Definition

In a way that shows extreme enthusiasm or anger, often to an irrational degree.

Example

The fans cheered rabidly for their team, showing no signs of restraint.

Conversation

Did you see how he was arguing rabidly about that movie?

Yeah, it was like he took it too seriously or something.

I mean, it's just a film, right?

Exactly! No need to get so rabidly passionate about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rabidly → It is formed from "rabidus" (from Latin, meaning raging or mad) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "rabidly" means in a manner that is furious or mad, often used to describe extreme behavior or attitudes.

Memory Tip

Think of someone acting in a 'mad' or 'raging' way ('rabidus') — that's why rabidly means behaving in a furious manner.

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