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Hoopla: meaning, definitions and examples

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hoopla

 

[ หˆhuห.plษ‘ห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

excitement, fuss

Hoopla refers to a situation involving a lot of excitement or fuss, often characterized by noise, confusion, or enthusiasm. It can be used to describe an excessive display of excitement or publicity surrounding an event, such as a promotion or product launch. The term often conveys a sense of over-the-top hype or unsubstantiated commotion. Additionally, hoopla can also refer to a carnival game where players toss rings over pegs.

Synonyms

brouhaha, commotion, excitement, fuss, hype

Examples of usage

  • There was a lot of hoopla surrounding the new movie release.
  • The festival was filled with music, lights, and general hoopla.
  • Don't get caught up in the hoopla; focus on what really matters.

Translations

Translations of the word "hoopla" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น agitaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคฅเคฒ-เคชเฅเคฅเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Aufregung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keributan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zgieล‚k

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้จ’ใŽ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท agitation

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ agitaciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kargaลŸa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œ๋ž€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุถุฌุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ humbuk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zmรคtok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ–ง้—น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vznemirjenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณreiรฐa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ แƒ”แƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™lษ™sik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alboroto

Etymology

The word 'hoopla' has origins that trace back to the mid-19th century. It is believed to have come from the game that involves tossing rings, commonly played at carnivals and fairs in the United States. The game's name reflects the excitement and noise it generates, hence the evolution of the term to describe a broader sense of fuss and commotion. The exact etymology is somewhat uncertain, but it is thought to have been influenced by the French term 'houp-lร ', an expression of surprise or a call to attention. Over the years, 'hoopla' has found its place in popular culture, embodying the spirit of celebration and the enthusiasm associated with events that draw public interest. Its usage in contemporary language encompasses both literal and figurative meanings, showcasing the word's adaptability.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,718, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.