freaking

[free-king, -in] / ˈfri kɪŋ, -ɪn /

VERB

become extraordinarily upset

Synonyms

STRONGEST

go mad

STRONG

rave unhinge

WEAK

flip out go beserk go insane lose control wig out

Example Sentences

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It’s not hard to understand why people freaking out.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

I want to be that freaking awesome parent.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

There’s gonna be some comedy at the beginning and then there’s gonna be freaking reggaeton!

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Meanwhile Adam Hoijard, from Wirral, said he and his family arrived three hours early, and stood in the queue for hours before people started "freaking out and feeling sick".

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

“This is totally freaking me out,” Max complained, his steps faltering as he walked into the darkness.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix