ravish
12 synonyms for ravish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To fill someone with intense delight or joy.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French ravir ("to seize, snatch away"), from Vulgar Latin rapire, from Latin rapere ("to seize").
Full origin of ravish →Frequently asked questions
What does “ravish” mean?
The word “ravish” means to fill someone with intense delight or joy.
How do you pronounce “ravish”?
“Ravish” is pronounced RA-vihsh (/ˈɹæ.vɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “ravish” in a sentence?
Here is “ravish” used in a sentence: “The soprano's voice ravished the entire audience.”
What is another word for “ravish”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ravish” include abripe.
What part of speech is “ravish”?
“Ravish” is a verb.
Where does the word “ravish” come from?
The word “ravish” comes from Vulgar Latin. From Old French ravir ("to seize, snatch away"), from Vulgar Latin rapire, from Latin rapere ("to seize").
How many meanings does “ravish” have?
“Ravish” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to fill someone with intense delight or joy.
