Meaning & Definition of Fuss in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A display of unnecessary or excessive excitement or worry.

  Example Sentence: She made a fuss over the small details of the event.

• Definition: To show unnecessary concern or excitement.

  Example Sentence: He fussed about his appearance before the meeting.

• Definition: A state of continual agitation or excitement.

  Example Sentence: There was a lot of fuss in the office about the new project.

• Definition: A quarrel or dispute.

  Example Sentence: They had a fuss over who would take out the trash.

Etymology

Origin: Origin unknown, possibly from Middle English 'fusse' meaning a journey or fussing.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• fuss over: to pay excessive attention to someone or something.
• make a fuss: to complain or show concern about something trivial.
• fuss and bother: an expression of unnecessary worry or trouble.

Translations

• Spanish: alboroto

• French: chahut

• German: Aufregung

• Russian: суета

Related Words

• commotion: a noisy disturbance.

• ado: a fuss or to-do about something trivial.

• stir: a state of excitement or agitation.

Slang Meanings of fuss

• Meaning: To cause a scene.

  Example Sentence: Stop fussing, you're making a scene in public.

• Meaning: To act overly dramatic.

  Example Sentence: She always fusses when things don't go her way.