1 C1 idiomatic slang
to react with sudden panic, anger, or uncontrolled excitement
"Don't spazz out just because the plan changed."
inseparable
spazz out
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
to behave in a wild, frantic, or uncontrolled way
In plain English
to suddenly act too crazy, scared, excited, or out of control
What does "spazz out" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
to move or behave in a frantic, awkward, or hyperactive way
"He started spazzing out on the dance floor and everyone laughed."
inseparable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
none clearly; the phrase is slang and not transparent
Actually means
to suddenly act too crazy, scared, excited, or out of control
Usage tip
This word is offensive to many people and should generally be avoided. Safer alternatives include 'freak out,' 'panic,' or 'lose control.'
Words that pair with "spazz out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
over nothing when stressed at school in public during the game
How to conjugate "spazz out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
spazz out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
spazzes out
he/she/it
Past simple
spazzed out
yesterday
Past participle
spazzed out
have + pp
-ing form
spazzing out
continuous
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