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conniption-fit

con·nip·tion-fit
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kuh-nip-shuh n fit]
    • /kəˈnɪp ʃən fɪt/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kuh-nip-shuh n fit]
    • /kəˈnɪp ʃən fɪt/

Definition of conniption-fit word

  • noun conniption-fit Often, conniptions. Informal. a fit of hysterical excitement or anger. 1
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Origin of conniption-fit

First appearance:

before 1825
One of the 37% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1825-35; origin uncertain

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Parts of speech for Conniption-fit

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
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conniption-fit popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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