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fury

1 of 1noun
/'fjʊri/
Forms:furies
1

a feeling of extreme and often violent anger

  • His face turned red with fury after hearing the unfair accusation.
  • She stormed out of the room in a fit of fury.
  • His fury was uncontrollable when he discovered the betrayal.
  • The crowd reacted with fury to the referee's controversial decision.
  • After the argument, he was left alone, still seething with fury.
Synonyms:
2

the property of being wild or turbulent

3

state of violent mental agitation

4

the female spirit who punished those who had committed crimes, especially within families

In Greek mythology, a Fury is one of three female deities known as the Erinyes, who are associated with vengeance and justice. The Furies are often depicted as terrifying, winged figures with serpents for hair and eyes that weep blood. They are tasked with pursuing and punishing wrongdoers, particularly those who have committed serious crimes like murder or offenses against family members. The Furies embody the concepts of retribution and moral order, ensuring that justice is served and that wrongs are righted. They are known for their relentless pursuit of those who have violated ethical or legal codes.