Synonyms of rave

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verb

ˈrāv 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• drool
• gush
• fuss
• enthuse
• rhapsodize
• effuse
• slobber
• fawn
• dote (on)
• emote

2

as in to huff

to talk loudly and wildly

a man stood outside city hall raving about his tax bill

Synonyms & Similar Words

• huff
• rant
• fulminate
• bluster
• spout
• rage
• speak out
• blare
• speak up
• storm
• sound off
• mouth (off)
• blurt (out)
• harangue
• declaim
• pontificate
• blow
• carry on
• orate
• bolt
• take on
• bloviate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• murmur
• mutter
• whisper
• breathe
• grunt
• slur

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• applause
• ovation
• praise
• cheering
• cheer
• acclamation
• plaudit(s)
• réclame
• acclaim
• clapping
• tribute
• hail
• hurrah
• paean
• compliment
• eulogy
• encomium
• hallelujah
• panegyric
• homage
• commendation
• hosanna
• accolade
• kudos
• huzzah
• bravo
• citation
• salutation
• kudo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hissing
• whistle
• booing
• sneer
• hiss
• boo
• snort
• raspberry
• snicker
• smirk
• jeer
• hoot
• taunt
• snigger
• gibe
• put-down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rave

Verb

Some raved about the experience to those in line while others chattered among themselves about their thoughts. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Plus, the rugged lug sole wedge heel gives you a little extra height without the pain many heeled booties bring, and multiple reviewers rave about their comfort and support. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026

Noun

In the months that followed, Madonna staged key activations including a rave at West Hollywood’s Abbey and a performance in partnership with Grindr at New York City’s Times Square. — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026

The shows may be the official business of the week, but once the lights go down, the calendar fills up with store cocktails, intimate dinners, afterparties, brand activations and blockbuster raves — most of the time, all on the same night. — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 22 Sep. 2026