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verb

ˈrāv How to pronounce rave (audio)
Definition of ravenext
1
as in to drool
to make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm she raved about the Mother's Day breakfast of cold coffee and burnt toast that her young children had proudly set before her

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2
as in to huff
to talk loudly and wildly a man stood outside city hall raving about his tax bill

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rave

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noun

as in applause
often raves plural enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval the books have received even more raves from parents than from the kids they were written for

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Recent Examples of rave
Verb
Players and staffers from that season continued to rave about his talent years later, even though Gordon only worked on the scout team and never appeared in a game. — Matt Baker, New York Times, 1 July 2026 Videos of World Cup tourists trying — and raving — about Taco Bell, ranch dressing, even gas station Twinkies, have become the most durable meme of this year’s tournament. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 29 June 2026
Noun
The Japanese player's latest creation drew a rave reaction from the crowd, many of whom were eagerly waiting with their phones aloft to record her entrance. — ABC News, 29 June 2026 The Japanese player’s latest creation drew a rave reaction from the crowd, many of whom were eagerly waiting with their phones aloft to record her entrance. — Mattias Karen, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rave
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rave
  1. drool
  2. huff
  3. applause
  4. gush
  5. rant
  6. ovation
  7. fuss
  8. praise
Verb
  • Isaacs said the symptoms of heat stress or heat stroke include excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, seizures or collapse.
    — Renee Anderson, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • This golden lasagna is the perfect way to offer a vegetarian option that meat-eaters will be drooling over.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026
Definition of drool
Verb
  • This version is battery-powered, meaning no more huffing and puffing!
    — Anja Webb, Parents, 24 June 2026
  • Meanwhile in Boston, England huffed and puffed but could not blow Ghana away.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 24 June 2026
Definition of huff
Noun
  • Across America charms — all four of my rides last week ended in audience applause — by simply being a calming, relaxed journey that stokes our sense of adventure.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • The applause came for the medication’s ability to block the spread of the deadly disease, long considered untreatable with drugs.
    — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2026
Definition of applause
Verb
  • Shocking video appeared to show unsuspecting shoppers looking at grocery items seconds before the roof collapsed, sending a large amount of water gushing into the business.
    — Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026
  • Hiltz gushed about how other athletes will correct anyone who misgenders Hiltz.
    — Lindsay Schnell, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of gush
Verb
  • Rinderknecht allegedly ranted to passengers about Luigi Mangione, who is accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, capitalism and vigilantism, The Associated Press reported.
    — Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 10 June 2026
  • But, for a pitcher who once famously ranted about fastball velocity, this all seems built on a pretty shaky foundation, given those wildly moving radar gun readings.
    — Eno Sarris, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Definition of rant
Noun
  • An unimaginable weight rested on his shoulders when Alfonzo stepped into the batter’s box to a standing ovation.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • When Alfonzo first stepped to the plate at hallowed Dodger Stadium in the third inning, the Los Angeles crowd rose to give him a huge ovation, aware of the strength required to take these swings.
    — Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2026
Definition of ovation
Verb
  • Yes, teaching by example is often a better way of handling a challenge than fussing about it.
    — Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
  • No need to fuss-up something that's just as delicious prepared simply.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Definition of fuss
Noun
  • His celebratory words marking its 250th anniversary included not only the traditional paeans to the Founders but also a dose of personal grievance, plus soaring praise for his own achievements.
    — Susan Page, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • This comes as the ex-Apprentice host on July 3 tossed some praise Clinton’s way in a book reading event with Second Lady Usha Vance on the latter’s podcast.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 July 2026
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