1 C1 idiomatic slang
to lose control emotionally and react in a panicked, excitable, or extreme way
"He completely spazzed out when he thought he had lost his phone."
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spaz out
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
to behave in a wild, uncontrolled, or panicked way
In plain English
to suddenly act crazy, too excited, or out of control
What does "spaz out" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
to behave awkwardly, clumsily, or hyperactively in an exaggerated way
"The kids started spazzing out as soon as the music came on."
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Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
none clearly; the expression is slang and not transparent
Actually means
to suddenly act crazy, too excited, or out of control
Usage tip
This term is offensive to many people because it comes from language connected to disability. Learners should avoid using it and choose 'freak out' or 'panic' instead.
Words that pair with "spaz out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
over nothing in class at the party when stressed when excited
How to conjugate "spaz out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
spaz out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
spazes out
he/she/it
Past simple
spazed out
yesterday
Past participle
spazed out
have + pp
-ing form
spazing out
continuous
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