kicking up a fuss
The phrase “kicking up a fuss” has 5 syllables: kick-ing up a fuss
It's pronounced as /ˈkɪkɪŋ ʌp ə fʌs/
What is synonym and antonym for kicking up a fuss?
In the thesaurus, “kicking up a fuss” has 16 synonyms and 19 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for kicking up a fuss along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for kicking up a fuss
- accuse
- complaining
- criticize
- denounce
- disagree
- fret
- gripe
- grumble
- kicking
- lament
- moan
- object
- oppose
- protest
- screaming
- squeal
Antonyms for kicking up a fuss
- accept
- accepting
- agree
- aid
- approve
- bearing
- compliment
- concur
- consent
- crowing
- delighting
- enduring
- help
- laud
- please
- praise
- rejoicing
- soothe
- taking
Example Sentences
- Despite the minor inconvenience, he didn't want to risk kicking up a fuss over such a trivial matter.
- The toddler started kicking up a fuss when her favorite toy went missing.
- They knew their neighbor was kicking up a fuss about the noise from the construction site next door.
- The celebrity tried to slip into the event unnoticed to avoid kicking up a fuss among the fans gathered outside.
- The customer wasn't satisfied with the service and began kicking up a fuss in the restaurant, demanding to speak to the manager.
On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to kicking up a fuss, such as: accept, accepting, accuse, agree, aid, approve, bearing.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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