hit the ceiling
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To become enraged, possibly in an overreaction.
Where it’s used:
Used
Widespread English
Sources & notes
Imported from Wikipedia “English-language idioms” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29), pending review.
Common questions
What does “hit the ceiling” mean?
To become enraged, possibly in an overreaction.
Is “hit the ceiling” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.