hype up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To talk up; to promote extravagantly.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I hoped that Daenerys and Jon would immediately get along. It felt like watching two friends who I’ve hyped up to each other finally meet.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To get worked up; to become emotional or intense.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “hype up” mean?
To talk up; to promote extravagantly.
Is “hype up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.