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English

fury

|fu-ry|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈfjʊri/

🇬🇧

/ˈfjʊəri/

intense anger

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fury' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'furia,' where 'furia' meant 'rage or madness.'

Historical Evolution

'furia' transformed into the Old French word 'furie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fury' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'rage or madness,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

intense, uncontrolled anger or rage.

He was filled with fury when he heard the news.

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Noun 2

a violent or turbulent action or event.

The storm unleashed its fury on the coastal town.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40