How to Memorize

rampage - riot

Analysis

A single person can go on a ‘rampage’, but the word is most commonly used to express a group of people, like an angry mob, behaving in a way that is destructive and out of control. It is typically characterized by a relatively brief and highly energetic action.

Example(s)

1. The killer took a rifle and went on a rampage, shooting at people indiscriminately.

2. The protesters rampaged through the city, causing widespread chaos and destruction.

3. A rampageous group of thugs launched an attack on innocent fans who were attending the match.