rabid
3 synonyms and 3 antonyms for rabid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Infected with rabies.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Infected with rabies.
“The vet warned residents about a rabid raccoon spotted near the trail.”
2. adjective
Extremely fanatical, intense, or unreasoning in support of something.
“He was a rabid supporter of the local football club, never missing a match.”
Opposites
How to use rabid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rabid fan
rabid dog
rabid supporter
Etymology
From Latin rabidus, related to rabiō ("to rave" or "to rage").
Full origin of rabid →Frequently asked questions
What does “rabid” mean?
The word “rabid” means infected with rabies. In plain terms, either literally infected with rabies, or figuratively wildly intense and fanatical about something.
How do you pronounce “rabid”?
“Rabid” is pronounced RA-bihd (/ˈɹæbɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “rabid” in a sentence?
Here is “rabid” used in a sentence: “The vet warned residents about a rabid raccoon spotted near the trail.”
What part of speech is “rabid”?
“Rabid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “rabid” come from?
The word “rabid” comes from Latin. From Latin rabidus, related to rabiō ("to rave" or "to rage").
How many meanings does “rabid” have?
“Rabid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: infected with rabies.
