Synonyms for
Raging
Definition
extremely violent or wild; furious
Synonyms & similar words
nark
lambast
jaw
wild
tease
vex
tantalise
lecture
rebuke
torment
ramp
rally
razz
reproof
tantalize
ride
berate
nettle
crucify
twit
hot
bother
reprimand
frustrate
storm
furious
angry
enraged
infuriated
livid
incensed
wrathful
heated
tempestuous
stormy
turbulent
violent
intense
passionate
fierce
wild
uncontrollable
unrestrained
unbridled
inflamed
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- raging storm
- raging fire
- raging debate
- raging bull
- raging river
- raging controversy
- raging inferno
Word family
Usage note
Raging typically describes something intense and uncontrolled, often with a negative connotation. It is commonly used for natural phenomena like storms or fires, or for strong emotions and conflicts.
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Example sentences
- The lion was raging in his cage.
- The river was raging after the heavy rain.
- The teacher was raging at the students for not listening.
- The fire was raging out of control.
- The wind was raging through the trees.
Quotes
'Do not go gentle into that good night, rage, rage against the dying of the light.' - Dylan Thomas
'Love is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.' - Washington Irving
'The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.' - Albert Einstein