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furor

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/fuˈɾɔɾ/fu·ror

Definition

1

1. A sudden outburst of intense anger or rage. 2. A state of excited enthusiasm or wild excitement. 3. A wildly popular trend or success.

Usage examples

“The controversial decision caused a furor among the fans.”
“The band's latest album created a furor when it was released.”

Common combinations

public furorcause a furorgreat furor

Idiomatic expressions

  • To cause a furor (to cause great excitement or anger)