Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
temper-tantrum
noun
/ˈtɛmpər ˈtæntrəm/
Definition
A sudden, uncontrolled outburst of anger, typically exhibited by a child.
Examples
- After being told she couldn’t have a cookie before dinner, the toddler threw a temper-tantrum, crying loudly.
- He was so tired that even a minor setback led to a temper-tantrum.
- Parents sometimes find it challenging to manage their child’s temper-tantrums in public places.
Meaning
A temper-tantrum often occurs when a person, especially a child, is frustrated or upset and expresses their emotions through screaming, crying, or other disruptive behaviors.
Synonyms
- meltdown
- fit
- outburst
- hissy fit
- conniption
