freak-out
|freak-out|
/ˈfriːk aʊt/
intense emotional reaction
Etymology
'freak-out' originates from the slang term 'freak,' which was used in the 1960s to describe someone who was eccentric or unconventional.
'freak' was used in the 1960s counterculture to describe someone who was unconventional, and 'freak-out' evolved to describe the intense emotional reactions often associated with this lifestyle.
Initially, it meant 'to act in an unconventional manner,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to have an intense emotional reaction.'
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Noun 1
a sudden and intense emotional reaction, often involving panic or fear.
She had a freak-out when she saw the spider.
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Verb 1
to experience a sudden and intense emotional reaction, often involving panic or fear.
He freaked out when he realized he lost his wallet.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45