Rash


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As a noun, a rash is an area of irritation on the skin, usually marked by many small red bumps.

“I need an ointment for my rash. I think it’s an allergic reaction to that new laundry detergent.”

“I can’t eat strawberries. I’ll break out in a rash.”

Also as a noun, rash can mean a large number of unpleasant or undesirable instances in a short period.

“We’ve seen a rash of virus cases in the last 24 hours.”

“There has been a rash of home burglaries in the neighborhood. Residents are asked to report any suspicious activity.”

Rash is also used very commonly as an adjective.  Rash as an adjective means careless or unwise; marked by undue haste and done without thinking about the possible consequences; without caution or careful thought beforehand.

As well, a person can also be described as rash.

Examples of How to Use the Adjective Rash in a Sentence:

“The president’s rash decisions have turned this country upside down.”

“You told George about Rachael’s ticket? That was a rash thing to do. You know how he gets.”

“He’s rash and irritable. He flies off the handle all the time.”

As an adverb, rash becomes rashly:

“He rashly denied the impact of global warming.”

More Sentence Examples For Rash

“I’m sorry to have put a bullet in your beast, but I didn’t want you to do anything rash before you had a moment to come to your senses.”  — Django Unchained (2012)

“I’m afraid our furry companion has gone and done something rather rash.” — Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983)

“You’re impertinent, Hal Jordan. You’re rash, volatile, opinionated.” — Green Lantern (2011)

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