tantrum
0 antonyms and opposites of tantrum, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A sudden outburst of bad temper, especially a childish one.
How to use tantrum
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
throw a tantrum
temper tantrum
Etymology
First recorded as "tanterum"; its earlier origins are unknown.
Full origin of tantrum →Frequently asked questions
What does “tantrum” mean?
The word “tantrum” means a sudden outburst of bad temper, especially a childish one. In plain terms, a fit of anger or frustration, often associated with children but also used of adults acting childishly.
How do you pronounce “tantrum”?
“Tantrum” is pronounced TAN-truhm (/ˈtæn.tɹəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “tantrum” in a sentence?
Here is “tantrum” used in a sentence: “The toddler threw a tantrum in the middle of the supermarket.”
What part of speech is “tantrum”?
“Tantrum” is a noun.