hype

noun (1)

\ ˈhīp

Definition of hype

(Entry 1 of 5)

1 slang : a narcotics addict

2 slang : hypodermic

hype

verb (1)

hyped; hyping

Definition of hype (Entry 2 of 5)

1 : stimulate, enliven —usually used with up hyping herself up for the game

2 : increase

hype

verb (2)

hyped; hyping

Definition of hype (Entry 3 of 5)

1 : put on, deceive

2 : to promote or publicize extravagantly hyping this fall's TV lineup

hype

noun (2)

Definition of hype (Entry 4 of 5)

1 : deception, put-on

2 : publicity especially : promotional publicity of an extravagant or contrived kind all the hype before the boxing match