Synonyms for Rant (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion):
harangue, ranting
WordNet sense 2 (pompous or pretentious talk or writing):
blah, bombast, claptrap, fustian
WordNet sense 3 (talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner):
jabber, rave, spout, mouth off, rabbit on
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