emotion

Means someone’s gone completely off-script — angry, irrational, or behaving like a soap opera villain. Usually used when someone reacts dramatically to something minor, like running out of milk.

“She lost the plot when she saw the state of the kitchen.”

Completely and utterly shocked, as if someone slapped you in the mouth (‘gob’) with pure surprise. British people adore this word because it allows them to feel dramatic without raising their voice.

“I was gobsmacked when the bus actually arrived on time.”

A dramatic way to say you’re feeling something at maximum voltage—joy, rage, nostalgia, whatever. Insert whatever emotion’s currently ruining your day.

“This song gives me all the feels.”