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rage

noun · verb

Simple meaning

A current fashion or fad.

Pronunciation

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈɹeɪdʒ

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Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

noun

  1. A current fashion or fad.

  2. Violent uncontrolled anger.

  3. slangUSAustraliaNew Zealand

    An exciting and boisterous party.

verb

  1. intransitive

    To act or speak in heightened anger.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Moderately Common
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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More ways to use rage

  • “She fell into a rage and refused to answer.”noun
  • “His rage for fame destroyed him.”noun
  • “The sea hurled itself in thundering rage against the rocks.”noun

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Synonyms

Sense: current fashion or fad

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