Fuss

Pronunciation: /ˈfʌs/

Fuss (noun)

  1. unnecessary excitement or worry about something small or unimportant
  2. a complaint or protest, especially about something not important

Examples

  • There was a lot of fuss over the new store opening.
  • She made a fuss about the surprise party.

Common collocations: make a fuss, create a fuss, big fuss, cause a fuss, kick up a fuss

Fuss (verb)

  1. to worry or show too much concern about something small
  2. to show too much care or attention to someone or something

Examples

  • She tends to fuss over small details.
  • Don't fuss about the weather; it will be fine.

Synonyms of Fuss

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Fuss

  • — referring to a peaceful state
  • — referring to absence of disturbance