fuss
fuss Lexical Profile
fuss Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A display of unnecessary or excessive excitement, anxiety, or activity over a trivial matter.
"Please do not make a fuss over a few spilled drops of coffee."
A vigorous protest, complaint, or dispute.
"The customers kicked up a fuss when the flight was delayed without explanation."
• verb
To show unnecessary or excessive concern, anxiety, or busyness over small details.
"He spent twenty minutes fussing with his tie before the interview."
North American To complain, whine, or argue about trivial matters (often used of a restless child).
"The baby began to fuss as soon as the car stopped moving."
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Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the early 18th century in Anglo-Irish and Scottish usage, likely of imitative origin representing the sound of sputtering, puffing, or bustling about.