A fit of temper is an outburst of anger or frustration, usually characterized by a sudden and intense display of emotion. The term can be broken down into four crossword solutions: PADDY (5 letters), TANTRUM (7 letters), RAGE (4 letters), and SNIT (4 letters). PADDY is an Irish slang term for a fit of temper, while TANTRUM is a more general term for a child's outburst of anger. RAGE is a more intense form of anger, and SNIT is a milder form of anger.