Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rabid

adjective

/ˈrabɪd/

Definition

extremely enthusiastic or zealous; exhibiting symptoms of rabies.

Examples

The rabid fan could talk for hours about his favorite team.
She had a rabid interest in politics that left little room for other topics.
The authorities warned residents about a rabid raccoon spotted in the neighborhood.

Meaning

The term ‘rabid’ can refer to someone who has an intense, often irrational passion for something. It can also describe animals that are infected with rabies, a viral disease that affects the nervous system.