Here's a breakdown of its meaning:
* Intense anger: Enrage implies a high level of anger, beyond mere annoyance or irritation.
* Fury: It suggests a state of uncontrolled rage, potentially leading to violence or destructive behavior.
* Fill: The anger or fury is not simply present but overwhelms the person, filling them completely.
Examples:
* "The insult enraged the crowd, leading to a riot."
* "The driver's reckless behavior enraged the other motorists."
* "The news of the tragedy enraged the entire community."
Synonyms:
* Infuriate
* Anger
* Provoke
* Incense
* Outrage
* Exasperate
Antonyms:
* Calm
* Soothe
* Pacify
* Appease