Hustle Definition & Meaning

hustle
noun
  1. a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property
  2. a rapid active commotion
verb
  1. cause to move furtively and hurriedly; "The secret service agents hustled the speaker out of the amphitheater"
  2. move or cause to move energetically or busily; "The cheerleaders bustled about excitingly before their performance"
  3. sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity
  4. get by trying hard; "she hustled a free lunch from the waiter"
  5. pressure or urge someone into an action

"Hustle" in song lyrics

See how hustle is used in real songs:

  • "Modern mans hustle"
    2Mex — Alive-a-Cation
  • "It's all about makin that hustle"
    4 Deep — Another Day in the Jungle
  • "so put some muscle in your hustle"
    51.50 — I Can't Win

Usage tips for "hustle"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hustle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hustle to find words that pair well.

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