Rage

/reɪdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
a strong feeling of uncontrollable anger.
His rage was evident when he heard the unfair accusation.
a fit of violent anger.
During her rage, she broke several items in the room.
fury or intense emotion.
She was filled with rage when she saw the damage to her car.
verb
to feel or express violent anger.
He raged against the unfair treatment he received.
to act in a violent and uncontrolled manner.
The storm raged throughout the night.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'rage', from Latin 'rabia' meaning frenzy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fit of rage
A sudden burst of intense anger.
rage against the machine
To resist or fight against an oppressive force.
road rage
Aggressive or angry behavior exhibited by drivers in response to the actions of others.

Related Words

angry
Feeling or showing anger.
fury
Wild or violent anger.
irate
Feeling or characterized by great anger.

Slang Meanings

To blow up
He blew up when he heard the news.
To flip out
She flipped out when she saw the mess.
Going off
He was going off on everyone at the office.