Wallyworld Meaning and Definition
Wallyworld
Pronunciation
/ˈwɔliwərld/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A fictional hypermarket chain in the United States, notoriatively known for its extreme disorder and consumer frustration.
Examples
- The cartoon dubbed the suburban sprawl a sprawling Wallyworld.
- In the movie, the character loses their mind in the chaotic Wallyworld.
Synonyms
- Supermarket
- Hypermarket
Antonyms
- Omnium-Gatherum
- Well-organized
Etymology
The term “Wallyworld” is derived from the name of the founder, Wally Hiller, and the term “world” to signify its vast scale and global reach.
Usage Notes
Wallyworld is often used in humorous or ironic contexts to describe chaotic or overwhelming situations.
Cultural References
The term “Wallyworld” has been featured in various forms of media, including films, TV shows, and cartoons.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
“Wallyworld it” is a common idiomatic expression meaning to get overwhelmed or lost in an environment.
Related Words or Phrases
store, market, plaza, emporium, arena, bazaar, shopping center
Collocations
Wallyworld and chaotic, Wallyworld and disorganized, Wallyworld and overwhelmed
Frequency of Use
The term “Wallyworld” is less common in modern language, but still used in various contexts to describe overwhelming situations.
Common Misspellings
wallyware, wally werld, wally wwrld