Tantrum
Pronunciation: /ˈtæntrəm/
Tantrum (noun)
- A sudden angry reaction, often from a child, with crying, shouting, or refusing to behave.
- A strong emotional outburst by an adult, usually involving loud anger or dramatic behaviour.
- A public display of angry behaviour that seems uncontrolled and causes disruption.
Examples
- The child threw a tantrum when the toy was taken away.
- A tantrum can start quickly when a child feels frustrated.