Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

huggermugger

noun
/ˈhʌɡərˌmʌɡər/
Definition
A state of secrecy or confusion; something done in a clandestine or obscure manner.
Examples
  • The huggermugger surrounding the project left many employees feeling uneasy.
  • They conducted their dealings in huggermugger, away from public scrutiny.
  • There was a lot of huggermugger among the students about the surprise test.
Meaning
Huggermugger refers to anything that is done secretly or in a disorganized fashion, often implying a sense of mystery or confusion.
Synonyms
  • secrecy
  • confusion
  • mystery
  • obscurity
  • clandestineness