C1idiominformalemotionsIELTS-friendly
see red
USUK
to suddenly become very angry
Describes sudden, strong anger. Most common in the past simple: 'I saw red.'
In context
When the driver threw rubbish out of the window, I saw red.
My dad sees red whenever someone parks in front of our gate.
More idioms about emotions
- a bitter pill to swallowan unpleasant fact or situation that is hard to accept
- a lump in your throata tight feeling in your throat because you are so moved that you might cry
- get something off your chestto tell someone about a worry or problem that has been bothering you
- let off steamto do something that helps you release strong feelings or extra energy
- make someone's dayto make someone very happy, often with something small