tantrum

noun
UK: /ˈtæntrəm/
US: /ˈtæntrəm/

  1. A sudden period of uncontrolled anger like a child's.

    1. The child had a tantrum in the store because he wanted candy.
    2. He threw a tantrum when he didn't get the promotion, shouting and slamming doors.

  2. A display of bad temper; a fit of rage or frustration.

    1. She had a tantrum when her phone died.
    2. The star's on-set tantrum delayed filming for several hours, angering the crew.

Synonyms

fit outburst hissy fit rage fury temper
tantrum intransitive-verb

  1. To behave in an uncontrolled and angry way.

    1. He tantrumed when he did not get what he wanted.
    2. The toddler tantrumed loudly in the middle of the crowded restaurant.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "tantrum" in English means: A sudden period of uncontrolled anger like a child's., A display of bad temper; a fit of rage or frustration..

The phonetic transcription of "tantrum" is /ˈtæntrəm/ in British English and /ˈtæntrəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "tantrum": fit, outburst, hissy fit, rage, fury, temper.

Example usage of "tantrum": "The child had a tantrum in the store because he wanted candy.". More examples on the page.