Meaning of the word "hit the ceiling" in English

What does "hit the ceiling" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hit the ceiling

US /hɪt ðə ˈsiːlɪŋ/
UK /hɪt ðə ˈsiːlɪŋ/

Idiom

to become extremely angry

Example:
When he found out they had lied to him, he really hit the ceiling.
My mom will hit the ceiling if she sees this mess.