Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make-a-fuss
idiom
/meɪk ə fʌs/
Definition
To show unnecessary excitement or worry about something that is not very important.
Examples
- She made a fuss when she found a small scratch on her new car.
- Don’t make a fuss over the minor delay; it’s not a big issue.
- He tends to make a fuss about things that really don’t matter.
Meaning
The phrase refers to exaggerating a reaction to a situation or making a big deal out of a small issue.
Synonyms
- complain
- overreact
- cause a stir
- make a scene
