furious

word

/ˈfjʊɹiəs/
FYOOR-ee-uhs
/fjˈɔːɹɪəs/
FYAW-ree-uhs

Definition

Very angry, often because something feels unfair, shocking, or seriously wrong. It can also describe something done with great energy or intensity, but that use is less common.

Usage & Nuances

Stronger than 'angry' and common in everyday speech. Often used with 'be furious about/at/with': 'furious about the delay', 'furious with me'. Don't use it for mild annoyance. Less commonly, it appears in phrases like 'furious debate' or 'furious pace' to mean very intense.

Example Sentences

My dad was furious when I broke his phone.

basic

She looked furious after the meeting.

basic

The teacher was furious about the cheating.

basic

He was furious at first, but he calmed down later.

natural

She's going to be furious when she finds out we left without her.

natural

Customers were furious about the sudden price increase.

natural