Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

go-berserk

idiomatic expression
/ɡoʊ bərˈzɜrk/
Definition
To become extremely angry or to act in a wild and uncontrolled way.
Examples
  • When he found out he was grounded, he started to go berserk.
  • The crowd went berserk when their team scored the winning goal.
  • She went berserk trying to find her lost dog.
Meaning
When someone goes berserk, they lose their temper and start to behave in a very chaotic or violent manner.
Synonyms
  • freak out
  • lose it
  • go wild
  • go crazy