fuss

UK: fʌs | US: fʌs

Definition

  1. n. unnecessary or excessive excitement, worry, or activity

  2. vi. to show unnecessary or excessive concern about something

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Etymology

The word "fuss" likely originated in the early 18th century as an expressive term, possibly imitative of the sound of bustling or trivial activity. It may also derive from dialects or colloquial usage, reflecting agitation or petty complaints. Its concise form and unclear morpheme boundaries classify it as a non-compound word.

Examples

  1. She made a fuss over the minor scratch on her phone.

  2. Stop fussing about the details and focus on the big picture.

  3. The party was perfect—no fuss, just fun.

  4. He’s always fussing with his hair before meetings.

  5. The manager dislikes unnecessary fuss in the workplace.