rant
word
Definition
To speak or write for a long time in a loud, angry, or exaggerated way, often complaining or criticizing.
Usage & Nuances
'Rant' is often used for negative, emotional, or overly long criticisms. It's informal and can sound a bit dismissive, as if the speaker is not being constructive. Common phrases: 'go on a rant,' 'give a rant,' 'rant about (something).' Do not use for polite or formal discussion.
Spanish: despotricar - sermonear (tono airado)Portuguese (BR): desabafar (com raiva) - reclamar (exageradamente)Portuguese (PT): discursar (irritado) - protestar (com exagero)Chinese (Simplified): 咆哮 - 怒斥Chinese (Traditional): 咆哮 - 怒斥Hindi: झुंझलाना - गुस्से में बोलनाArabic: يَهْذِي - يُثْرْثِر بِغَضَب
Example Sentences
Don’t rant; try to explain calmly.
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He started to rant about the noisy neighbors.
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She posted a long rant online.
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He went on a rant about his job for twenty minutes.
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Her rant about the movie made everyone laugh.
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Sorry for the rant, I just needed to get that off my chest.
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