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ravish

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for ravish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To fill someone with intense delight or joy.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

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abripe

Etymology

From Old French ravir ("to seize, snatch away"), from Vulgar Latin rapire, from Latin rapere ("to seize").

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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.

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