Furor (en. Fury)

/fuˈɾor/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Great emotion or anger that alters a person's mood.
The fury he felt upon hearing the news was indescribable.
El furor que sintió al escuchar la noticia fue indescriptible.
Movements of great agitation or uproar in a group.
The furor of the audience during the concert was impressive.
El furor del público durante el concierto fue impresionante.
Furor can also refer to a fashion or popular trend that has a great impact on society.
The movie caused a furor among the youth at its premiere.
La película causó un furor entre los jóvenes durante su estreno.

Etymology

From Latin 'furor', meaning 'madness, fury'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a fuss
To cause great impact or attraction in a group.
hacer furor
to be in a rage
To be in a state of great excitement or anger.
estar en un furor
frenzy of crowds
The chaotic behavior of a large number of people.
furor de multitudes

Related Words

furore
Noun that indicates a great enthusiasm or passion.
furore
furious
Adjective that describes someone who feels or shows great fury.
furioso
to rage
Verb that refers to entering a state of fury.
furiarse

Slang Meanings

A great scandal or disorder generally caused by excitement.
The news caused a total furor on social media.
La noticia causó un furor total en las redes sociales.
An exaggerated or out-of-control reaction.
The fans were in a fury after the team's defeat.
Los aficionados estaban en un furor tras la derrota del equipo.