Noun Phrase
/pəˈrɒksɪzəm əv reɪdʒ/
A "paroxysm of rage" refers to a sudden and intense outburst of anger. The word "paroxysm" denotes a sudden recurrence or intensification of a disease or emotion, in this case, rage. This expression is typically used in both oral and written contexts, though it may appear more often in literary or formal writings than in casual conversation.
The phrase is not extremely common in everyday speech but can be found in literary works, news articles, and discussions of emotional or psychological topics.
After hearing the unfair decision, he fell into a paroxysm of rage, shouting and gesturing wildly.
(Después de escuchar la decisión injusta, cayó en un paroxismo de rabia, gritando y gesticulando salvajemente.)
Her paroxysm of rage was shocking to everyone present, as she usually maintained her composure.
(Su paroxismo de rabia fue sorprendente para todos los presentes, ya que normalmente mantenía su compostura.)
The politician's paroxysm of rage during the debate highlighted his inability to handle criticism.
(El paroxismo de rabia del político durante el debate destacó su incapacidad para manejar las críticas.)
The phrase "paroxysm of rage" does not have commonly used idiomatic expressions directly associated with it. However, the component words are used in various expressions. Here are some phrases involving "rage":
Rage against the machine - To resist or protest against an established system or authority.
Many young people decide to rage against the machine as they fight for social justice.
(Muchos jóvenes deciden rebelarse contra el sistema mientras luchan por la justicia social.)
Road rage - Aggressive or angry behavior exhibited by drivers in response to the actions of other motorists.
He experienced severe road rage after another driver cut him off.
(Experimentó una fuerte rabia al volante después de que otro conductor lo cortara.)
In a fit of rage - To become extremely angry and behave irrationally.
She broke the vase in a fit of rage after reading the hurtful message.
(Rompió el jarrón en un ataque de ira después de leer el mensaje hiriente.)
Rage quitting - To abruptly leave a game or activity due to frustration and anger.
He ended up rage quitting after losing the match.
(Terminó por abandonar la partida en un ataque de ira después de perder.)
The word "paroxysm" comes from the Greek word paroxusmos, meaning “to irritate, provoke” (from paroxusis, which means “irritation” or “exacerbation”). The word "rage" is derived from the Latin in-rabida, meaning “mad” or “furious,” with the connotation of wildness and intensity.
Synonyms: - Outburst of anger - Fit of fury - Anger attack
Antonyms: - Calmness - Composure - Serenity