rabid — having or proceeding from an extreme or fanatical support of or belief in something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having or proceeding from an extreme or fanatical support of or belief in something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈræbɪd/
Korean meaning: 광신적인, 극단적인
Korean pronunciation: 래-비드 (강세: 래)
Example Sentences
- My neighbor is a rabid collector of vintage spoons - she has over 3,000!
- The rabid protesters refused to leave despite the heavy rain.
- She's a rabid chocolate lover who can smell cocoa from three blocks away.
rabid
ADJECTIVE//ˈræbɪd//
having or proceeding from an extreme or fanatical support of or belief in something
Fanatical sports fan's extreme passion
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Rabid passion turns placid waters rapid!
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Origin
From Latin 'rabidus' meaning 'mad' or 'raging', derived from 'rabere' meaning 'to rave' or 'be furious'. The word entered English in the 16th century, initially describing animals afflicted with rabies.
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“My neighbor is a rabid collector of vintage spoons - she has over 3,000!”
“The rabid protesters refused to leave despite the heavy rain.”
“She's a rabid chocolate lover who can smell cocoa from three blocks away.”
“The veterinarian warned us about the rabid raccoon in the area.”
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