Red Mist

Pronunciation: /rɛd mɪst/

Definitions of red mist

noun a state of intense anger or rage

Example Sentences

A1 When I get angry, I see red mist.

A2 She was so frustrated that a red mist descended over her vision.

B1 The athlete's competitive nature often leads to him seeing red mist during a race.

B2 The red mist of rage clouded his judgment, causing him to make a rash decision.

C1 The politician's fiery speech ignited a red mist of passion in the crowd.

C2 As the argument escalated, she felt the familiar red mist of anger creeping in.

Examples of red mist in a Sentence

formal The athlete was overcome by a red mist of anger during the competition.

informal When he saw the damage to his car, he just saw red mist and lost his temper.

slang She saw red mist when her phone got stolen at the party.

figurative The politician's controversial statement caused a red mist of outrage among the public.

Grammatical Forms of red mist

• past tense: saw red mist
• plural: red mists
• comparative: redder mist
• superlative: reddest mist
• present tense: see red mist
• future tense: will see red mist
• perfect tense: have seen red mist
• continuous tense: is seeing red mist
• singular: red mist
• positive degree: red mist
• infinitive: to see red mist
• gerund: seeing red mist
• participle: seen red mist

Origin and Evolution of red mist

First Known Use: 1904 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The origin of the term 'red mist' is believed to stem from the visual sensation of anger or rage clouding one's vision, often described as seeing red.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a literal sense to describe a red mist or fog, the term has evolved to symbolize intense anger or aggression that clouds one's judgment or perception.