What does RANTS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Rants is a noun and a verb.

Definitions:

As a noun, rants means a tirade or a long, angry speech. As a verb, rants means to speak or write in an angry or extravagant manner.

Pronunciations:

US: /rænts/

UK: /rɑːnts/

Origin and Usage:

The word rants originated from the Middle English word "ranter," which means a noisy, boisterous person. It was first recorded in the 16th century, and its usage has evolved over time to refer to a long, angry speech or a passionate and sometimes incoherent monologue. The verb form of rants has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly in online forums and social media, where people often express their opinions in a passionate and sometimes aggressive manner.

Synonyms:

Noun: diatribe, harangue, tirade, ranting, fulmination

Verb: fulminate, inveigh, rail, spout, declaim

Related Words:

ranty, ranis, rands, randy, range, rangy, rance, ranch, rased, raser, rases, rasps, raspy, ratch, rated, rater, rates, rathe, ratio

Example Sentences:

Noun: His rants about politics were becoming increasingly tiresome.

Verb: She ranted about the poor service at the restaurant for hours afterwards.