Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
katzenjammer
Noun
/ˈkætsənˌdʒæmər/
Definition
A state of confusion, distress, or hangover; often used to describe the aftermath of a party.
Examples
- After last night’s celebrations, everyone faced a severe case of katzenjammer.
- The katzenjammer that followed the wild party was felt throughout the next day.
Meaning
Katzenjammer is a German word that directly translates to ‘cat wail’ but is used in English to convey feelings of regret or disarray, particularly following indulgence.
Synonyms
- Hangover
- Bedlam
- Confusion
- Disarray
