Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-lose-your-mind
idiomatic expression
/tuː luːz jər maɪnd/
Definition
To become extremely upset, confused, or irrational, often as a result of stress or frustration.
Examples
- After studying for hours without a break, I thought I was going to lose my mind.
- When the surprise party was being planned without her knowledge, she nearly lost her mind from curiosity.
- He was so overwhelmed by the deadlines that he felt like he was about to lose his mind.
Meaning
This phrase often describes a state of emotional overwhelm where a person feels they are losing control of their thoughts or actions.
Synonyms
- go crazy
- freak out
- become unhinged
