hoo-hah

Much ado, informally

Hoo-hah is a commotion, fuss, or uproar—especially one that seems excessive relative to its cause: What's all the hoo-hah about?

The word suggests noisy excitement or controversy that may not be warranted.

Also spelled hoo-ha.

commotion

uproar

Noisy public disturbance

  • kerfuffleNoisy fuss or disturbance
  • ruckusNoisy, disruptive commotion
  • fussAgitated, unnecessary concern

ado · stir · to-do · flap · tizzy · clamor · furor · tumult · disturbance · turmoil

genitals

vulva

External female genital region

  • vaginaInternal female reproductive canal
  • labiaVulvar skin folds
  • clitorisFemale genital erectile tissue

privates · lady parts · down there · nether regions · intimate area

Opposites
commotion vs. calm

hoo-hahcalm

Free from agitation

quiet · tranquility · peace · stillness · serenity

fuss vs. indifference

hoo-hahindifference

Lack of interest

nonchalance · apathy · unconcern · equanimity · disregard

Family

hurrah, hullabaloo, hoopla, brouhaha, ballyhoo, hoo-ha

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG