Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
much-ado-about-nothing
idiom
/ˌmʌtʃ əˈduː əˈbaʊt ˈnʌθɪŋ/
Definition
A situation where there is a lot of fuss or excitement over something that is trivial or unimportant.
Examples
- They were making much ado about nothing when they argued over a minor mistake.
- The media often creates much ado about nothing during political campaigns.
Meaning
This phrase refers to making a big deal out of something that ultimately does not matter.
Synonyms
- storm in a teacup
- tempest in a teapot
- making a mountain out of a molehill
- much ado
