tantrum [noun]
Definition of tantrum:
A sudden outburst of bad temper and frustration, often accompanied by crying or screaming.
Synonyms of tantrum:
● Outburst
● Fit
● Flare-up
● Wail
● Melt-down
● Scene
● Conniption
● Rage
● Temper
● Anger
● Huff
● Wrath
● Caprice
Opposite/Antonyms of tantrum:
● Calmness
● Composure
● Serenity
● Control
● Patience
● Calm
● Contentment
● Pleasure
● Ease
● Delectation
● Cheerfulness
● Pause
● Placate
● Please
Sentence/Example of tantrum:
The child threw a tantrum when I took away the toy.
The politician's tantrum during the debate shocked the audience.
The toddler had a tantrum in the middle of the grocery store.
Her tantrums were becoming increasingly frequent and difficult to manage.
Trying to reason with someone in the middle of a tantrum is usually futile.
The slightest indiscretion from me would be enough to cause a tantrum of near biblical proportion.