Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ballyhoo
noun
/ˈbalēˌho͞o/
Definition
Extravagant publicity or fuss.
Examples
- Despite the ballyhoo surrounding the event, the turnout was disappointing.
- The movie received a lot of ballyhoo before its release, but reviews were mixed.
- He tends to create ballyhoo whenever he has something to sell.
Meaning
Ballyhoo refers to noisy or exaggerated praise, excitement, or activity designed to attract attention.
Synonyms
- hype
- fanfare
- excitement
- spectacle
