hissy
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hissy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An angry outburst or tantrum, especially in the phrase "throw a hissy" or "hissy fit."
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use hissy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Informal; mostly used in the fixed phrase "hissy fit."
Frequently asked questions
What does “hissy” mean?
The word “hissy” means an angry outburst or tantrum, especially in the phrase "throw a hissy" or "hissy fit.".
How do you pronounce “hissy”?
“Hissy” is pronounced HIH-see (/ˈhɪsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “hissy” in a sentence?
Here is “hissy” used in a sentence: “He threw a hissy fit when his flight got delayed.”
What is another word for “hissy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hissy” include sibilant, infantile, milky, huffy and irritable.
What part of speech is “hissy”?
Depending on how it is used, “hissy” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “hissy” have?
“Hissy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an angry outburst or tantrum, especially in the phrase "throw a hissy" or "hissy fit.".