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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
Shoppers rave over the stretchy denim, which adds noticeable comfort. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026 England coach Thomas Tuchel raved about Kane on Friday, and rightly so. — Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
Noun
Once a signifier of unsanctioned parties, the word rave has never been more ubiquitous. — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026 The arcade and sports bar chain announced a new rave series in partnership with Southern California event promoter Brownies & Lemonade, bringing electronic dance music events to select locations across the country later this year. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 15 July 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
  • Some of the signs of overheating include heavy panting or drooling, a rapid pulse, bright red gums or tongue, labored breathing, difficulty standing, vomiting or diarrhea and a fever.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 16 July 2026
  • Typically, the consequence of a sunny Open Championship is firm and fast playing conditions that make golf fans drool.
    — Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 16 July 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
  • The crowd also welcomed back star signing Sam Kerr with a roaring applause in the 60th minute.
    — Emily Olsen, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Plus, video assistant referee (VAR) technology has been met with applause and groans alike—as has the new referee-cam.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 20 July 2026
Definition of applause
Verb
  • Bursts of water quickly gush through the apartment as Gilbert darts out of the way, along with her dog.
    — Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
  • When the trunk line ruptured early Thursday morning, millions of gallons of water gushed down Holloway Drive, inundating businesses and flooding underground parking garages.
    — Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026
Definition of gush
Verb
  • Out-of-work electrician Bart Ross, who had a long history of ranting against judges and lawyers, shot himself two days later during a traffic stop outside Milwaukee.
    — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of rant
Noun
  • After that, Ginn was pulled by manager Mark Kotsay and received a standing ovation.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
  • Brunson received a tremendous ovation from the fans who packed the arena.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2026
Definition of ovation
Verb
  • Similar to Egypt after its collapse earlier in the week, Switzerland exited fussing about the officiating.
    — Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • Yes, teaching by example is often a better way of handling a challenge than fussing about it.
    — Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
Definition of fuss
Noun
  • But amid the praise, Clark made sure to commend her teammates, too.
    — James Boyd, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • While the building initially drew praise for its architecture and ambitious curatorial direction, a subsequent Curbed investigation introduced a more complicated picture of the project.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 18 July 2026
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