tantrum
nounHow many syllables in tantrum?
There are 2 syllables in the word tantrum.How to pronounce tantrum:
Definition of tantrum:
- tantrum (noun):
- a fit of bad temper
- a display of bad temper.
- a childish outburst of bad temper
Synonyms for tantrum:
agitation
bad temper
bate
blowup
conniption
distraction
eruption
explosion
fireworks
fit
flare-up
foulie
frenzy
fury
hissy
hissy fit
huff
hysteria
hysterics
ill humour
indignation
outburst
paddy
paroxysm
rage
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Antonyms for tantrum:
calm
calmness
cheer
composure
contentment
control
delight
ease
enjoyment
glee
happiness
harmony
joy
kindness
love
obedience
peace
pleasure
upset
wrath
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- dik-dik
- become
- approach
- skirmish
- lowe
- debug
- hindrance
- clearness
- cassie
- give birth
- signalled
- nimble
- trodden
- earth flax
- surface
- sleepy
- clinging
- syringe
- slowest
- poison
- ether
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Syllable Fun Fact
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