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Hype — meaning in English

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English meaning

fad noun Something that becomes suddenly popular but only for a short while.
hype noun Exaggerated promotion or buzz around something, often overselling how good it really is.

Senses

Hype is used for these senses in English:

fad A phenomenon that becomes popular for a very short time.
hype (marketing) Promotion or propaganda, especially exaggerated claims.

hype — full definition

noun Exaggerated promotion or buzz around something, often overselling how good it really is.
verb To promote something heavily, often exaggerating its qualities.
adjective Informal: excited or thrilled about something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Mode Fimmel Modeerscheinung Trend werben