ranting

word · lemma: rant

Definition

Speaking or shouting at length in an angry or passionate way, often complaining or criticizing loudly.

Usage & Nuances

Often used to describe someone who won't stop loudly complaining or criticizing. Can sound negative or annoying. Common with 'go on a rant', 'keep ranting'. More informal, used to describe both spoken and written outbursts.

Example Sentences

He was ranting about the weather all day.

basic

Stop ranting and try to listen.

basic

Her long ranting annoyed everyone in the room.

basic

He just kept ranting about politics at the dinner table.

natural

Sorry for ranting, I just needed to get that off my chest.

natural

He’s always ranting online about how bad traffic is.

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