Crack-up (Noun)
Meaning
A mental or physical breakdown.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The comedian's wife was on the verge of a crack-up due to the constant stress of managing his career.
- The musician suffered a public crack-up during his performance, forcing him to seek help from a mental health professional.
- After months of struggling to meet the deadlines, she finally had a crack-up and realized she needed to take a break.
- His years of heavy drinking took a toll on his body, and he was heading for a crack-up if he didn't stop.
- The long hours and high expectations at work pushed him to the edge, causing a complete crack-up that left him bedridden for weeks.