enrage

verb

en·​rage in-ˈrāj How to pronounce enrage (audio)
en-
enraged; enraging; enrages
Synonyms of enragenext

transitive verb

: to fill with rage : anger

Examples of enrage in a Sentence

His thoughtless behavior enraged us. People were enraged by the decision.
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The story enraged campus and district officials and played a role in Stapleton’s ousting, despite a later retraction. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026 Stalling the bill's enactment will likely enrage elements of both parties. Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 24 June 2026 The film’s director, uptight Euro expat Max (Christoph Waltz), is initially enraged by their hijacking of the shoot, but his studio fatcat bosses (both voiced by Jeff Bridges) love the unhinged results. Guy Lodge, Variety, 22 June 2026 Breakker was enraged as Rollins celebrated The Street Profits’ win. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for enrage

Word History

Etymology

Middle French enrager to become mad, from Old French enragier, from en- + rage rage

First Known Use

1575, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of enrage was in 1575

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“Enrage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enrage. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

enrage

verb
en·​rage in-ˈrāj How to pronounce enrage (audio)
: to fill with rage : madden

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