Rampage

/ˈræm.peɪdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A period of violent or uncontrolled behavior.

The city experienced a rampage of vandalism after the concert ended.

An instance of violent disturbance or disorder.

The animal escaped from the zoo and went on a rampage through the neighborhood.

verb

To engage in a violent or uncontrolled outbreak.

The crowd began to rampage through the streets after the game.

To act or move wildly and in a destructive manner.

The children rampaged around the playground, scattering toys everywhere.

From French 'rampager', meaning 'to rage' or 'to run wildly'.

go on a rampage

to act violently or destructively over a period of time.

rampage through something

to move through a place in a destructive manner.

rampage against

to protest or act violently against something.

rage

a deep and violent anger.

frenzy

a state of uncontrolled excitement or wild behavior.

spree

a lively or wild outing or session.

to go crazy or act out of control.

He was rampaging at the party last night.

to have a wild and fun time.

We rampaged through the city after the concert.