What has got into somebody? Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Shift Indicates surprise at someone's sudden change in emotions or behavior. You're so quiet today, what has got into you? Pro Tip 2/3Mood Observation Use when someone acts out of character or mood, typically in a negative way. She yelled at everyone, what has got into her suddenly? Pro Tip 3/3Reacting to Change Points out an unexpected change in someone’s choices or actions. He's been so reckless, what has got into him?