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ballyhoo

[ˈbælihuː]

ballyhoo Definition

  • 1a noisy attention-getting demonstration or talk
  • 2flamboyant or sensational promotion or publicity

Using ballyhoo: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ballyhoo" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new product launch was accompanied by a lot of ballyhoo.

  • Example

    The politician's speech was full of ballyhoo and empty promises.

  • Example

    The movie's ballyhoo helped it become a box office hit.

ballyhoo Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for ballyhoo

Idioms Using ballyhoo

  • all ballyhoo and no substance

    something that is more show than substance, lacking in real value or quality

    Example

    The company's marketing campaign was all ballyhoo and no substance, as their product failed to meet expectations.

  • kick up a ballyhoo

    to create a disturbance or uproar

    Example

    The controversial decision kicked up a ballyhoo among the fans.

  • ballyhoo to beat the band

    a lot of noise or commotion

    Example

    The party was ballyhoo to beat the band, with music blaring and people dancing.

Phrases with ballyhoo

  • make a ballyhoo

    to make a fuss or commotion about something

    Example

    He made a ballyhoo about the missing pen, but it was in his pocket all along.

  • raise a ballyhoo

    to cause a commotion or uproar

    Example

    The controversial decision raised a ballyhoo among the fans.

  • ballyhoo artist

    a person who is skilled at creating hype or sensational promotion

    Example

    The ballyhoo artist managed to attract a large crowd to the event.

Origins of ballyhoo

originated from the phrase 'balloo' or 'baloo', which was a Scottish cry to summon help when needed

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Summary: ballyhoo in Brief

'Ballyhoo' [ˈbælihuː] refers to a noisy and flamboyant demonstration or talk, often used for promotional purposes. It can be associated with exaggeration and ostentation, as in 'The politician's speech was full of ballyhoo and empty promises.' The term extends into phrases like 'make a ballyhoo,' and idioms like 'all ballyhoo and no substance,' implying something that is more show than substance.