adjective
furious
FYOOR-ee-uhs/ˈfjʊriəs/
Driven by intensely angry energy.
The furious woman glares with both fists planted on the table.
Etymology
Latin furia named violent passion, not just anger. Being “full of” that passion explains both extreme rage and the unrestrained force suggested by furious activity.
In context
He must be angry with her. That furious silence of his must mean anger—cold, deep, justifiable resentment.
More examples
- I'm furious with you for sharing my secret.
- Neighbors are furious about the sudden rent increase.
- A furious argument breaks out over the missing money.
Forms
furious · more furious · most furious
fury noun — Intense anger or uncontrolled rage.
furiously adverb — With intense anger or rage.