Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
be-carried-away
phrase
/biː ˈkærid əˈweɪ/
Definition
To become overly enthusiastic or excited about something, often losing control or restraint in the process.
Examples
- She was so excited about the project that she got carried away and spent more than the budget allowed.
- During the debate, he got carried away and interrupted his opponent several times.
- It’s easy to get carried away while planning a party and forget about the guest list.
Meaning
To lose oneself in emotion or excitement, leading to actions that may be inappropriate or excessive.
Synonyms
- overexcited
- enthused
- overwrought
- lost in the moment
