temper tantrum

NOUN

scene

Synonyms

STRONGEST

performance

STRONG

commotion confrontation exhibition fit fuss row tantrum to-do upset

Antonyms

STRONG

calm

WEAK

composure

NOUN

tantrum

Synonyms

STRONGEST

flare-up outburst temper

STRONG

anger animosity conniption dander hemorrhage huff hysterics storm wax

Antonyms

STRONG

happiness peace

WEAK

calm contentment

Example Sentences

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"All of a sudden it was like Poseidon is having a temper tantrum here with these waves just crashing huge," she added.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

But this dissent is not just a theatrical temper tantrum; it is a cry for help.

From Slate • Nov. 20, 2025

Mets relief pitcher Jorge López threw a temper tantrum during a blowout loss to the Dodgers on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024

“He throws an absolute temper tantrum, talking about revenge,” she said.

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2024

He looked just like a toddler having a temper tantrum.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer