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Meaning of beside oneself
The primary meaning of "beside oneself" is to be extremely upset or angry.
Etymology of beside oneself
The phrase "beside oneself" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "beside" meant "outside of" or "beyond".
The phrase is thought to have originated in the 14th century, when it was used to describe someone who was so overcome with emotion that they were "outside of" their normal self or rational faculties.
Synonyms
frantic
hysterical
irrational
frenzied
furious
enraged
incensed
inflamed
passionate
excited
agitated
disturbed
upset
flustered
bewildered
dazed
confused
perplexed
flabbergasted
astounded
astonished
shocked
aghast
appalled
horrified
outraged
indignant
irate
infuriated
exasperated
beside oneself
at wit's end
at a loss
frantic with worry
frantic with fear
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "beside oneself" is an idiomatic expression that means being extremely upset, angry, or distraught, often to the point of losing control of one's emotions or actions.
- * It can also imply a state of being frantic, hysterical, or irrational, where a person is overwhelmed by their emotions and may act impulsively or irrationally.
Usage Examples
- She was beside herself with worry when she heard the news of the accident.
- * He was beside himself with anger when he discovered that his car had been vandalized.
- * The crowd went beside themselves with excitement when the rock star took the stage.