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Rave

Verb / reɪv / Another word for rave — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to speak or write about someone or something in an extremely positive way; also, a party or gathering featuring electronic dance music and often characterized by intense sensory experiences.

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Common collocations

  • rave review
  • rave party
  • rave about something
  • rave response
  • rave music
  • rave culture
  • rave scene

Word family

noun rave
verb rave
adjective raving

Usage note

The word 'rave' can refer to a wild party or to praise something enthusiastically. Be mindful of the context to understand the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. She raved about the amazing concert she went to last night.
  2. I'm so excited to go to the rave this weekend and dance all night!
  3. The food critic raved about the new restaurant in town.
  4. The rave was so loud, I could feel the bass in my chest.
  5. I'm not really into raves, but my friends love them.

Quotes

  • "I cannot rave enough about the beauty and majesty of the Grand Canyon." - Will Rogers
  • "A writer is, after all, only half his book. The other half is the reader and from the reader the writer learns." - P.L. Travers
  • "I'm a big believer in the power of positive thinking, and I think that if you get yourself in the right mindset, you can accomplish anything." - Sean O'Pry

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