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Furor Meaning in English

word

ˈfjʊɹɔɹ
FYOOR-or
ˈfjɜɹə
FYOOR-uh

Definition

Sudden intense excitement, anger, or public outrage caused by an event or announcement; sometimes refers to enthusiastic excitement.

Usage & Nuances

'Furor' is formal and is often used in news or academic contexts. Typical phrases: 'create a furor', 'public furor', 'cause a furor'. Don't confuse with 'fury' (intense anger). Can be positive (enthusiastic excitement) or negative (outrage).

Example Sentences

The politician's speech caused a furor in the city.

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There was a furor when the new law was announced.

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Her new movie created a furor among fans.

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Social media was in a furor after the controversial post went viral.

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There was such a furor over the tiny mistake that it made the evening news.

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She loves when her artwork causes a bit of furor at the gallery opening.

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