Definition:
"Hype" is a slang term that means to exaggerate or overemphasize something, often to create excitement or anticipation.
Use case:
You can use "hype" when talking about an upcoming event, product launch, or movie release that is being heavily promoted and talked about. For example, "The new Marvel movie is getting a lot of hype, but we'll have to wait and see if it lives up to it."
• I don't understand why everyone is so hyped up about this new restaurant, the food was just okay.
• The hype surrounding the new album release was so intense that it broke the internet.
• I don't want to hype it up too much, but this sandwich is seriously delicious.
• The fashion industry is always looking for the next big hype to capitalize on.
• The hype around the new movie has me counting down the days until it comes out.
• The concert was hyped to be the event of the year, but it turned out to be a total letdown.