noun
- a fit of rage, hysteria, or alarm
Usage: informal; usually plural
Examples
- My mother had conniptions when she saw the mess in the kitchen.
- The teacher threw conniptions over the students’ poor test scores.
- Don’t have conniptions – it’s just a small dent in the car.
- He went into conniptions when he discovered his wallet was missing.
- The boss will have conniptions if this project isn’t finished on time.
- She had conniptions about her daughter staying out so late.