ado
1 of 1noun/əˈdu/
Forms:ados
1
unnecessary fuss or trouble
- Without further ado, let's begin the meeting and address the important matters at hand.
- Despite all the ado surrounding the event, it turned out to be a simple and straightforward affair.
- She made a big ado about finding the perfect gift for her friend's birthday, only to discover that he appreciated the gesture more than the actual present.
- The politician's speech was full of pomp and ado, but it lacked substance and failed to address the real issues.
- After all the ado of planning the wedding, the couple was relieved when the day finally arrived and everything went smoothly.