fuss

  • (noun): Excessive activity, worry, bother, or talk about something.
  • (noun): A complaint or noise; a scene.
  • (noun): An exhibition of affection or admiration.
  • (verb): To be very worried or excited about something, often too much.
  • (verb): To fiddle; fidget; wiggle, or adjust
  • (verb): (especially of babies) To cry or be ill-humoured.
  • (verb): (with over) To show affection for, especially animals.
  • (verb): To pet.
  • They made a big fuss about the wedding plans.
  • If you make enough of a fuss about the problem, maybe they'll fix it for you.
  • They made a great fuss over the new baby.
  • His grandmother will never quit fussing over his vegetarianism.
  • Quit fussing with your hair. It looks fine.