hullabaloo
4 synonyms for hullabaloo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A loud commotion or uproar, often over something minor.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Possibly a playful, rhyming combination of old words used as greetings or hunting calls, similar to "hello" and "halloo."
Full origin of hullabaloo →Frequently asked questions
What does “hullabaloo” mean?
The word “hullabaloo” means a loud commotion or uproar, often over something minor. In plain terms, a big fuss or noisy commotion, usually about something that doesn't really deserve it.
How do you pronounce “hullabaloo”?
“Hullabaloo” is pronounced huh-luh-buh-LOO (/ˌhʌləbəˈlu/ in IPA).
How do you use “hullabaloo” in a sentence?
Here is “hullabaloo” used in a sentence: “There was a huge hullabaloo when the store ran out of the new phone.”
What part of speech is “hullabaloo”?
“Hullabaloo” is a noun.
