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raptus

rap·tus
R r

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [rap-tuh s]
    • /ˈræp təs/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [rap-tuh s]
    • /ˈræp təs/

Definition of raptus word

  • noun raptus a state of intense or overwhelming excitement; rapture; ecstasy. 1

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Origin of raptus

First appearance:

before 1840
One of the 33% newest English words
1840-50; < Latin: a seizing, equivalent to rap(ere) to seize, abduct, rape1 + -tus suffix of v. action

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Parts of speech for Raptus

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

raptus popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

raptus usage trend in Literature

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