Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
get one's knickers in a twist
idiom
/ɡɛt wʌnz ˈnɪkəz ɪn ə twɪst/
Definition
To become unnecessarily upset or agitated over something trivial.
Examples
- There’s no need to get your knickers in a twist over a small mistake.
- She tends to get her knickers in a twist whenever there’s a change in plans.
- Don’t get your knickers in a twist; it’s just a little disagreement.
Meaning
The phrase implies that someone is becoming overly concerned or distressed about a minor issue, often to the point of making a fuss about it.
Synonyms
- Get upset
- Freak out
- Overreact
- Get worked up
