flip out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To become very angry or upset.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
When I failed the test, I flipped out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To become overly excited, joyous or delighted.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “flip out” mean?
To become very angry or upset.
Is “flip out” formal or informal?
flip out is generally slang.
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