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