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Definition of brouhaha

brouhaha

/ˈbruːhɑːhɑː/
brou · ha · ha
Plural:brouhahas
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• noun

1

A noisy and overexcited reaction or response to something; an uproar or hubbub.

Example

"The mayor's controversial remarks sparked a minor media brouhaha that lasted for days."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 19th century from French 'brouhaha', an onomatopoeic word imitating noisy chatter, though folk etymology often links it to the Hebrew phrase 'barukh habba' ('blessed be he who comes'), heard in synagogue recitals.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brouhaha. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brouhaha
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