plotz

American  

[plots] / plɒts /

verb (used without object)

Slang.

1. to collapse or faint, as from surprise, excitement, or exhaustion.

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Etymology

Origin of plotz

An Americanism first recorded in 1940–45; from Yiddish platsn literally, “to crack, split, burst,” from Middle High German blatzen, platzen

Explanation

Your best friends might plotz — or become overwhelmed with emotion — when they show up to the epic surprise party you've been planning for them. The verb plotz is a Yiddish term used to describe being so overcome with strong feelings that you feel like you might burst or faint. It's perfect for describing moments of extreme excitement, surprise, or even frustration. For example, someone might plotz with joy when their favorite celebrity walks into the room, or plotz with shock after hearing unbelievable news.

Example Sentences

It’s enough to make Italian marketers plotz, as we say in New York.

From New York Times • May 21, 2020

“If I don’t plotz first, the idea is to do another story next year,” laughs Koenig.

From Time • Oct. 30, 2014