snit fit

See also: snit-fit

English

Alternative forms

• snit-fit

Noun

snit fit (plural snit fits)

1. (informal, US) A tantrum; an excessive display of anger or disapproval.

   She didn't like his clothes or grammar and pitched a snit fit.

Usage notes

• Standard usage from Midwest Irish-Americans.

Synonyms

• hissy fit, shit fit, see also Thesaurus:tantrum