Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
storm-in-a-teacup
idiom
/ˌstɔːrm ɪn ə ˈtiːkʌp/
Definition
A situation that is completely overblown or exaggerated, making a big fuss over something trivial.
Examples
- She was upset about the missed meeting, but it was just a storm-in-a-teacup in the grand scheme of things.
- The media turned a simple disagreement into a storm-in-a-teacup, making it seem more serious than it really was.
Meaning
This phrase describes a minor issue that has been blown out of proportion, causing unnecessary drama or concern.
Synonyms
- much ado about nothing
- tempest in a teapot
- hullabaloo
- fuss
