1 C1 idiomatic slang
To behave in an overly dramatic, irrational, or emotionally exaggerated way, reminiscent of Captain Kirk's theatrical style.
"He totally kirked out when they cancelled his favorite show."
kirk out
C1 slang intransitive
To behave in an exaggerated, overly dramatic, or irrational way.
In plain English
To go crazy or act way too dramatic about something.
What does "kirk out" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To act like Kirk (Captain Kirk from Star Trek) and go out of control.
Actually means
To go crazy or act way too dramatic about something.
Usage tip
Niche internet/geek slang derived from the character Captain James T. Kirk of Star Trek, known for his dramatic over-acting. Rarely used outside fan communities and online forums. Almost exclusively American.
Words that pair with "kirk out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
totally completely just about something over nothing
How to conjugate "kirk out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
kirk out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
kirks out
he/she/it
Past simple
kirked out
yesterday
Past participle
kirked out
have + pp
-ing form
kirking out
continuous
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