A tantrum, conniption, angry outburst[1], temper tantrum, lash out, meltdown, fit of anger, or hissy fit is an emotional outburst, [2][3][4] usually associated with those in emotional distress.

1 day ago · President Trump has thrown an early morning tantrum, barking at NATO about dogsleds to try to justify his obsession with taking Greenland for the U.S. In a Truth Social double-tap early on ...

Jan 8, 2026 · Key Points Georgia, a tiny Pit Bull puppy, threw a dramatic tantrum at the vet’s office. Online commenters adored her attitude, calling it “the tiniest temper tantrum I’ve ever seen OMG.” …

A tantrum is a short-lived fit of frustration. Kids have them. Politicians have them. Reality show stars have them. I bet even you have had one! To understand what tantrum means, stake out a …

tantrum (ˈtæntrəm) n (often plural) a childish fit of rage; outburst of bad temper [C18: of unknown origin]

2 days ago · tantrum (third-person singular simple present tantrums, present participle tantruming or tantrumming, simple past and past participle tantrumed or tantrummed) (intransitive) To throw a …

Charlie had/ threw a tantrum in the store because I wouldn't buy him any candy. If she doesn't get her way she has temper tantrums.

If a child has a tantrum, they lose their temper in a noisy and uncontrolled way. If you say that an adult is throwing a tantrum, you are criticizing them for losing their temper and acting in a childish way.

Definition of tantrum noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. a sudden short period of angry, unreasonable behaviour, especially in a child. Children often have temper tantrums at the age …

Tantrum is a Chevrolet monster truck owned by Dillon Fenley of DRF Motorsports out of Conroe, Texas. Since its debut in 2015, the truck has been driven by various other drivers throughout its career, …