tantrum

noun
UK /ˈtæn.trəm/
US /ˈtæn.trəm/

A tantrum is when someone gets very angry and cries or screams to get what they want.

The little boy threw a tantrum in the store because he wanted a toy.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A sudden show of bad temper, especially by a young child.

She had a tantrum when her mother said it was bedtime.

3. An uncontrolled display of anger or frustration by an adult.

He threw a tantrum when his computer crashed again.

4. A noisy, angry protest about something unfair.

The fans had a tantrum over the referee's call.