Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-stitches
idiomatic expression
/ɪn ˈstɪtʃɪz/
Definition
A phrase used to describe a state of uncontrollable laughter.
Examples
- After hearing the comedian’s jokes, I was in-stitches for the entire night.
- Her storytelling had everyone in-stitches during the party.
- We watched a funny movie that left us all in-stitches.
Meaning
When someone is ‘in-stitches,’ it means they are laughing so hard that they may physically hurt from laughing or can hardly breathe.
Synonyms
- laughing uncontrollably
- in hysterics
- rolling on the floor laughing
