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