C2
rapt vs rapturous
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| raptadjective/ræpt/ | Meaning so interested in something that you notice nothing else | Goes with — | Example The children listened with rapt attention to the story of the old man. |
| rapturousadjective/ˈræp.tʃər.əs/ | Meaning showing extreme joy or enthusiasm | Goes with rapturous applause | Example The singer received rapturous applause at the end of the concert. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The children listened with attention to the story of the old man.