rile
12 synonyms and 1 antonym for rile, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To annoy or anger someone.
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.
Antonyms
How to use rile
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rile someone up
get riled
riled up
Etymology
A dialect pronunciation of "roil," originally meaning to stir up muddy water.
Full origin of rile →Frequently asked questions
What does “rile” mean?
The word “rile” means to annoy or anger someone. In plain terms, to make someone annoyed or worked up.
How do you pronounce “rile”?
“Rile” is pronounced ryl (/ɹaɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “rile” in a sentence?
Here is “rile” used in a sentence: “It really riles me when people talk during a movie.”
What part of speech is “rile”?
“Rile” is a verb.
