hubbub
3 synonyms for hubbub, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A loud, confused noise made by a crowd of people talking or shouting at once; an uproar.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use hubbub
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a hubbub of voices
cause a hubbub
amid the hubbub
Etymology
Likely borrowed from an old Irish or Scottish Gaelic battle-cry or shout, which came to describe any loud, confused noise of a crowd.
Full origin of hubbub →Frequently asked questions
What does “hubbub” mean?
The word “hubbub” means a loud, confused noise made by a crowd of people talking or shouting at once; an uproar. In plain terms, a noisy commotion made by a crowd — chatter, shouting, and general noise all at once.
How do you pronounce “hubbub”?
“Hubbub” is pronounced HUH-buhb (/ˈhʌbʌb/ in IPA).
How do you use “hubbub” in a sentence?
Here is “hubbub” used in a sentence: “There was a hubbub in the hallway as the exam results were posted.”
What part of speech is “hubbub”?
“Hubbub” is a noun.
Where does the word “hubbub” come from?
The word “hubbub” comes from Old Irish. Likely borrowed from an old Irish or Scottish Gaelic battle-cry or shout, which came to describe any loud, confused noise of a crowd.
Related words
hubbaboo
hubbuboo
