rage
19 synonyms and 0 antonyms for rage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Intense, uncontrolled anger.
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How to use rage
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman rage, ultimately from Latin rabies, "madness" or "fury" — a distant cousin of the English word "rabies" itself.
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What does “rage” mean?
The word “rage” means intense, uncontrolled anger. In plain terms, very strong, often violent anger — or, for a storm or fire, burning and spreading with great force.
How do you pronounce “rage”?
“Rage” is pronounced rayj (/ɹeɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “rage” in a sentence?
Here is “rage” used in a sentence: “He was shaking with rage after reading the email.”
What is another word for “rage”?
Words with a similar meaning to “rage” include apoplexy, fury, ire, fume, foam at the mouth and frenzy.
What part of speech is “rage”?
Depending on how it is used, “rage” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “rage” come from?
The word “rage” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman rage, ultimately from Latin rabies, "madness" or "fury" — a distant cousin of the English word "rabies" itself.
Is “rage” a common word?
“Rage” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “rage” have?
“Rage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: intense, uncontrolled anger.
What is the difference between "rage" and "anger"?
Rage is anger at its most intense and hardest to control, while anger is the broader, milder feeling. You can be mildly angry, but rage suggests fury that may burst out in shouting or violent action.
What is the difference between "rage" and "fury"?
Both describe extreme anger and are often interchangeable. "Fury" can suggest a slightly wilder, more frenzied quality, while "rage" emphasizes the loss of control, though in practice the two are very close in meaning.