Fury: meaning, definitions and examples

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fury

 

[ หˆfjสŠษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

emotion

Intense and unpredictable anger or rage.

Synonyms

anger, outrage, rage.

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Word Description / Examples
fury

Used when describing an extreme and uncontrolled form of anger, often accompanied by physical reactions or expressions. It is more intense and violent compared to 'anger'.

  • Her face turned red with fury when she found out she was lied to
  • The storm unleashed its fury upon the coast
anger

Refers to a strong feeling of displeasure or hostility. It is a more general term and can be used in various situations involving irritation or displeasure.

  • His heart was filled with anger after hearing the bad news
  • She struggled to control her anger during the argument
rage

Denotes a violent and uncontrollable anger. It can involve destructive behavior and is often used when referring to outbursts of temper.

  • He flew into a rage when he saw the damage to his car
  • Her rage was so intense that she broke the vase
outrage

Indicates a strong reaction to something that is perceived as unjust, offensive, or morally wrong. It often involves a sense of moral or social indignation.

  • The public reacted with outrage to the decision to close the hospital
  • The scandal caused a wave of outrage across the country

Examples of usage

  • She was shaking with fury.
  • His face was red with fury.
  • The fury in his eyes was unmistakable.
  • I could feel the fury building up inside me.
  • The fury of the storm was terrifying.
Context #2 | Noun

mythology

The avenging deities in Greek mythology who punished crimes and sins.

Synonyms

Erinyes, Eumenides.

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fury

This is a duplicate entry with the same usage as the initial 'fury'. Describes an intense, often uncontrollable anger in everyday situations.

  • She reacted with pure fury when she found out about the betrayal
  • His fury was evident from the way he slammed the door
Erinyes

Used in a mythological context to refer to the deities of vengeance in Greek mythology. This term is not commonly used in daily conversation.

  • In the ancient myths, the Erinyes were feared as they pursued those who had committed heinous crimes
  • The Erinyes were relentless in their pursuit of justice
Eumenides

Used in a mythological and sometimes literary context to refer to the Erinyes after their transformation into protectors of justice and benevolence. This term is also not commonly used in everyday language.

  • Aeschylus' play 'The Eumenides' depicts the transformation of the Furies into benevolent spirits
  • The Eumenides were invoked to bring peace and justice

Examples of usage

  • The Furies were relentless in their pursuit.
  • The Furies sought justice for the victims.
  • People feared the wrath of the Furies.
Context #3 | Noun

fiction

A powerful and destructive force or person.

Synonyms

fierceness, violence, wrath.

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fury

Use this word to describe intense and uncontrolled anger. It often suggests a violent and powerful emotion.

  • His fury was evident in his clenched fists and red face
wrath

This term is often used in a more formal or literary context to indicate great anger, typically on a grand scale. It can also imply a wish for revenge.

  • The wrath of the gods was feared by all
  • His betrayal awakened her wrath
fierceness

This word is suitable for describing intense aggression or determination, not necessarily negative, and can also describe situations or objects.

  • The fierceness of the storm frightened everyone
  • She tackled the challenge with fierce determination
violence

This term is best used to describe physical force intended to hurt or damage. It often carries a negative connotation.

  • There was a lot of violence during the protest
  • He was shocked by the violence in the movie

Examples of usage

  • The villain unleashed his fury on the city.
  • The fury of the dragon was unmatched.
  • She fought with the fury of a lioness protecting her cubs.

Translations

Translations of the word "fury" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fรบria

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฐเฅ‹เคง

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wut

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kemarahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปัŽั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ furia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฟ€ๆ€’ (ใ’ใใฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fureur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ furia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถfke

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ„๋…ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุถุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vztek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zlosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ„คๆ€’ (fรจnnรน)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ reiรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‹ะทะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qษ™zษ™b

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ furia

Etymology

The word 'fury' originated from Middle English 'furie', from Old French 'furie', from Latin 'furia', related to 'ferrum' meaning 'iron', possibly referring to a sharpened weapon. The concept of fury as an intense and violent emotion has been depicted in various mythologies and literary works throughout history.

See also: fur, furrow, furry.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,597 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.