Advertisement

Advertisement

View synonyms for tantrum

tantrum

[ tan-truhm ]

noun

  1. a violent demonstration of rage or frustration; a sudden burst of ill temper.


verb (used without object)

  1. to have a tantrum:

    Don't give in to your grandson every time he tantrums.

tantrum

/ ˈtæntrəm /

noun

  1. often plural a childish fit of rage; outburst of bad temper


Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of tantrum1

First recorded in 1740–50; origin uncertain

Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of tantrum1

C18: of unknown origin

Discover More

Example Sentences

Whether the country or the courts buy into his imperial tantrum remains to be seen.

Just a few months ago my 3-year-old son, mid-tantrum, broke my grasp to run from me in a crowded subway station.

Any argument I try to hold comes tumbling out in the form of a whiny temper tantrum.

An 8-year-old girl in Missouri was held in a police car for two hours after throwing a temper tantrum in March.

This year, however, the tantrum has continued, and the words have become increasingly dire.

You probably saved my life, for you can't tell what a half-wit will do, when in a tantrum and armed with a knife.

Her voice soared shrilly to match the heights of her tantrum.

He's not had a tantrum or a whining fit since you made friends.

"I may be obliged to have a tantrum," said Colin regretfully.

Of course Dr. Craven had been sent for the morning after Colin had had his tantrum.

Advertisement

Related Words

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


TantrismTan-tung