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Meaning of flip out
to suddenly become very angry or excited
Etymology of flip out
The phrase "flip out" originated in the mid-20th century in the United States, likely as a metaphorical extension of the physical act of flipping or turning over, implying a sudden and dramatic change in emotional state
Synonyms
freak out
lose it
go crazy
go wild
go berserk
go mad
have a fit
have a tantrum
blow up
explode
erupt
snap
crack up
lose control
go out of control
get hysterical
become hysterical
have hysterics
go haywire
act wildly
behave wildly
run amok
go on a rampage
lose one's temper
blow one's top
hit the roof
go ballistic
have a meltdown
Definitions
- to suddenly become very angry or excited, often in a way that is uncontrolled or unreasonable
- * to completely lose one's temper or composure
Usage Examples
- She flipped out when she saw the mess her roommate had made
- * He flipped out when he heard the news that his favorite team had lost
- * The crowd flipped out when the rock star took the stage
Antonyms
calm down
relax
unwind
settle down
compose oneself
keep calm
remain calm
stay calm
keep one's cool
remain composed
stay composed
be patient
be tolerant
be understanding
be calm
be serene
be peaceful
be tranquil