APESHIT

What Does "Apeshit" Mean?

Why Is There So Much Shit Everywhere?

The word "shit" is used for emphasis and to express emotions such as frustration and surprise. Due to its vulgarity, it has a rebellious nature and an attention-grabbing quality. Unfortunately though, the terms with the word shit are often idiomatic (i.e., not literal translations) and difficult to understand. Here is the term you are looking for:

"Apeshit" means "State of Extreme Anger, Excitement, or Agitation."

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The term "apeshit" is an informal and slang expression that originated in the United States. It is typically used to describe a state of extreme anger, excitement, or agitation. When someone goes "apeshit," it means they are behaving or reacting in an erratic, frenzied, or wild manner, similar to the behavior of an agitated ape. For example:

Toni: Trump went apeshit when he lost the election. Then his supporters went apeshit and attacked the capitol.
Jo: Yeah? Well the Dems are gonna go apeshit when Biden loses the next election to Trump.

The term "apeshit" is considered vulgar and can be seen as offensive in certain contexts, so it's important to use it with caution. Check out our complete guide to talking shit.

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When I write Apeshit, I mean this:

"State of Extreme Anger, Excitement, or Agitation"

Summary of Key Points

"State of Extreme Anger, Excitement, or Agitation" is, by far, the most common meaning for Apeshit when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)