big up
Speech parts
1. big up - Noun
2. big up - Verb
Meaning
(informal) To become big.
(slang, transitive) To proclaim or exaggerate the importance of; to promote.
I want to big up my bro on the mic.
They're trying to big themselves up to be more than they are.
big up (plural big ups)
(slang, also big ups) Significant respect or acclaim.
I want to give a big up to my bro on the mic.
Synonyms
gas
vamp
respect
sell
props
work out
crack up
build up
play up
overemphasize
overplay
bulk up
pump iron