Meaning of the word hoopla in English

What does hoopla mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hoopla

US /ˈhuːplə/
UK /ˈhuːp.lɑː/

Noun

excitement surrounding an event or situation, especially when considered to be unnecessary fuss

Example:
There was a lot of hoopla surrounding the new movie release.
All the hoopla about the concert made me want to buy tickets.