Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hissy
adjective
/ˈhɪsi/
Definition
A fit of uncontrolled emotion, often characterized by anger or frustration.
Examples
- She threw a hissy fit when she didn’t get her way at the party.
- Don’t be so hissy about the change; it’s not that big of a deal.
- His hissy attitude made it hard for anyone to talk to him.
Meaning
The word ‘hissy’ is often used to describe someone who is throwing a tantrum or reacting in an overly dramatic way to a situation.
Synonyms
- tantrum
- fit
- freak-out
- meltdown
