hoopla
UK: ˈhuːplɑː | US: ˈhuːplɑː
n. excited or exaggerated publicity or fuss
n. a game in which rings are thrown to encircle a prize
The word "hoopla" originated in the late 19th century, combining "hoop" (a circular band, from Old English hōp) with the playful suffix "-la," possibly mimicking exclamatory sounds. It initially referred to a carnival game where players threw hoops to win prizes, later evolving to describe exaggerated excitement or commotion. The term reflects the lively, festive energy of its origins.
The media created a lot of hoopla around the celebrity's sudden arrival.
Children laughed while playing hoopla at the summer fair.
Don't believe all the hoopla—the product isn't as revolutionary as they claim.
The political rally was full of hoopla, with music and cheering crowds.
She dismissed the hoopla about the fashion show as mere distraction.