Rage is a word with several related meanings. It can describe intenseVery strong or extreme in degree; not mild or weak. anger, a sudden fit of anger, a violentUsing great force or causing damage and injury. storm or fire, or something that is very popularLiked by many people; widely enjoyed or accepted.. It can also be used as a verb for violent action or intense anger.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /reɪdʒ/
Easy pronunciation: RAYJ (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, with the full stress on rage.
Noun meaning a feeling of intense anger.
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Rage Meaning
very strong anger
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a feeling of intense anger
Example: His face turned red with rage.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- fury — A strong, direct synonym for intense anger.
- madness — Can mean extreme anger in some contexts, though it is less exact and less common.
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Other Meanings of Rage
Meaning 2
an angry outburst
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a state of extreme anger
Example: She fell into a rage and refused to answer.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- fury — Works well for an intense burst of anger.
- madness — Can overlap with extreme anger, but is broader and less precise.
Meaning 3
become very angry
Part of speech: verb
Definition: feel intense anger
Example: He raged at the unfair decision.
Meaning 4
act wildly and violently
Part of speech: verb
Definition: behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
Example: The storm raged all night.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- ramp — A possible match for violent, uncontrolled behavior, though it is less common.
- storm — Can fit in the sense of acting violently or wildly, especially in fixed or figurative usage.
Meaning 5
spread or move violently
Part of speech: verb
Definition: be violent; as of fires and storms
Example: The fire raged through the forest.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- storm — Works in the sense of violent natural action.
Meaning 6
something wanted very badly
Part of speech: noun
Definition: something that is desired intensely
Example: His rage for fame destroyed him.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- passion — Can overlap with strong desire, but it is broader and not always an exact substitute.
Meaning 7
a temporary craze or trend
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
Example: It was all the rage that season.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- craze — A strong synonym for a popular trend.
- fad — A common substitute for a short-lived craze.
- furor — Works for a widespread excitement or craze.
- furore — British spelling/usage of the same idea as furor.
- cult — Can suggest an intense following, but it is less general and can be misleading.
Meaning 8
wild, violent force in nature
Part of speech: noun
Definition: violent state of the elements
Example: The sea hurled itself in thundering rage against the rocks.
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Rage Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- fury
a state of extreme anger
- fury
- madness
behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
- ramp
- storm
be violent; as of fires and storms
- storm
something that is desired intensely
- passion
an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
- craze
- fad
- furor
- furore
- cult
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse rage meaning 'anger' with rage meaning 'a craze' or 'fashion'.
- Do not use rage as a synonym for simple annoyance; it usually means very strong anger.
- The verb rage can mean 'be violent' in relation to storms, fires, or the sea, not just 'get angry'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does rage mean in everyday English?
Most often, rage means very strong anger.
What is the difference between rage and anger?
Anger is the general feeling, while rage suggests a much stronger, more intense form of anger.
Can rage mean a trend or fashion?
Yes. In phrases like "all the rage," it means something very popular.
Is rage used as a verb?
Yes. As a verb, it can mean to become extremely angry or to move violently, as a storm or fire can.
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