become very emotional and lose control · experience a complete emotional breakdown
Ever felt like everything's just too much and you're about to lose it? 🤯 This expression is perfect for describing when someone (or yourself!) gets overwhelmed and has an uncontrolled emotional outburst, whether it's crying, yelling, or just completely shutting down. It's often used hyperbolically for less serious situations too! 🎭
💡 **Pro-tip!** While often used humorously, a real 'meltdown' can be serious. It implies a total loss of composure. Think of a child crying uncontrollably, but applied to adults! 👶➡️🧑🦱 You might hear it for stress, frustration, or even extreme excitement. Just remember, it's about losing emotional control.
When would you most appropriately use 'have a meltdown'? A. When you are celebrating a huge lottery win. B. When you are meditating peacefully in a quiet room. C. When your internet goes out right before your online final exam.