Meaning & Definition of word "Rage"

Rage

/reɪdʒ/

noun:

  • 1. a strong feeling of uncontrollable anger.
    • Example: His rage was evident when he heard the unfair accusation.
  • 2. a fit of violent anger.
    • Example: During her rage, she broke several items in the room.
  • 3. fury or intense emotion.
    • Example: She was filled with rage when she saw the damage to her car.

verb:

  • 1. to feel or express violent anger.
    • Example: He raged against the unfair treatment he received.
  • 2. to act in a violent and uncontrolled manner.
    • Example: 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 of rage

Meaning: To blow up

Example Sentence: He blew up when he heard the news.

Meaning: To flip out

Example Sentence: She flipped out when she saw the mess.

Meaning: Going off

Example Sentence: He was going off on everyone at the office.