Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh-nip-shuh n fit]
- /kəˈnɪp ʃən fɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuh-nip-shuh n fit]
- /kəˈnɪp ʃən fɪt/
Definition of conniption-fit word
- noun conniption-fit Often, conniptions. Informal. a fit of hysterical excitement or anger. 1
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Origin of conniption-fit
First appearance:
before 1825 One of the 37% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1825-35; origin uncertain
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Parts of speech for Conniption-fit
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
conniption-fit popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
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