freak out

Meanings

• Verb

  To react extremely and often uncontrollably to a situation, often with fear, anxiety, or excitement.

• Verb

  To become extremely agitated or disturbed.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with freak out
creak out , leak out , peak out , reak out

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Variants

List of all variants of freak out that leads to same result
freak-out , freak-outs

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Forms

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freaks out, freaked out, freaks out, freaked out, freaking out

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Etymology

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The term 'freak out' is believed to have originated in the 1950s or 1960s, likely from the verb 'freak,' which means to behave in an extreme or uncontrolled way.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'freak out' has been used in various scientific contexts to describe the behavior of animals under stress or in unusual environments.

2. In the video game 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas,' the player can 'freak out' other characters by performing certain actions, such as stealing their car or attacking them.

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Related Concepts

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1. panic attack: A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as a racing heart, sweating, and difficulty breathing.

2. meltdown: A sudden and intense emotional or mental collapse, often characterized by uncontrollable crying, anger, or frustration.

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Culture

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The term 'freak out' has been used extensively in popular culture, particularly in music and film. For example, it is the title of a 1971 album by the band Quicksilver Messenger Service and a 1983 song by the band The Fall. It has also been used in various films, such as 'Freak Out' (1971) and 'Freak Out' (2008).

How to Memorize "freak out"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person's face turning red and contorted with fear or anger as they 'freak out'. Imagine their body shaking and their voice raised in intensity.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'freak out' with situations that cause extreme emotions, such as being chased by a bear or giving a public speech.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Fearfully Running Around, Kicking and Screaming' to help remember the meaning of 'freak out'.

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