fury

Pronunciation

IPA Phonetic Spelling of "fury" (British English)

• /ˈfjʊə.ɹi/ (/ˈfjɔːɹi/)

Breakdown by Syllable:

• fur- (first syllable)

• /fjʊ/ - This represents a voiceless labiodental fricative sound, similar to the "f" sound but with both lips rounded.

• /ə/ - Schwa sound, a very short and neutral vowel sound.

• -y (second syllable)

• /ɹi/ - Represents a voiced postalveolar approximant sound, similar to the "r" sound but the tongue tip is closer to the alveolar ridge (bumpy part behind your upper front teeth).

Note:

• This is the British English pronunciation. American English has slight variations, mainly in the vowel sound of the first syllable: /ˈfjʊɹ.i/ (most common) or /ˈfjɚ.i/ (some regions).

Word Form Variations

The word "fury" has the following variations:

• Singular: fury (This is the most common form)

• Plural: furies (This is less common and refers to the mythological Greek goddesses of vengeance, the Erinyes)

There are no other verb forms or conjugations for "fury" as it functions as a noun.

However, there are related words in the "fury" word family that might be helpful:

• Adjective: furious (expressing intense anger)

• Adverb: furiously (in a way expressing intense anger)

Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

Noun:

• Definition: Unrestrained and violent anger, often accompanied by destructive behaviour.

• Synonyms: Rage, wrath, ire, outrage, indignation, frenzy, ferocity.

• Antonyms: Calmness, serenity, peacefulness, composure, contentment.

Note: "Fury" can also refer to the following, but these are less common usages:

• Capitalised ("Furies"): The avenging deities in Greek mythology who torment criminals and inflict plagues. (Synonyms: Erinyes, Eumenides)

• (Archaic): A person, especially a woman, with a violent temper. (Synonyms: Vixen, shrew)

Other Word Classes (no direct forms for "fury" exist):

• Adjective: You can use the related word "furious" which means expressing intense anger. (Synonyms: Raging, wrathful, irate, incensed, outraged)

• Adverb: You can use the related word "furiously" which means in a way expressing intense anger. (Synonyms: Ragingly, wrathfully, angrily, intensely)

Examples of Use

Literature:

• "Consumed by a white-hot fury, Ahab commanded the crew to chase the elusive whale." (Herman Melville, Moby Dick)

Newspapers:

• "The athlete's fury erupted after a controversial call by the referee cost him the match." (The New York Times)

Online Publications:

• "Fans expressed fury on social media after the company announced the sudden cancellation of the popular show." (IGN Entertainment)

Entertainment Mediums:

• "The Hulk unleashed his fury on the villain, causing a massive earthquake in the city." (Marvel Comics)

• "The lead singer exited the stage in a fit of fury after a heckler interrupted her performance." (News report on a music concert)

General Public Discourse:

• "The driver's road rage turned into fury when he got out of his car and confronted the other driver." (News report on a traffic incident)

• "She calmed him down, explaining that reacting in fury wouldn't solve the problem." (Everyday conversation)

10 Famous Quotes Using the term Fury

1. "Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned." (William Congreve, The Mourning Bride) - This classic quote highlights the intensity of anger a woman feels after being rejected or betrayed in love.

2. "This life, which had been the tomb of his virtue and of his honour, is but a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing." (William Shakespeare, Macbeth) - This line reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the futility of anger and violence.

3. "Beware the fury of a patient man." (John Dryden, Absalom and Achitophel) - This proverb warns that someone who normally keeps their anger in check may unleash a more powerful rage when finally provoked.

4. "Fury itself supplies arms." (Virgil, The Aeneid) - This quote suggests that intense anger can fuel determination and even provide the means to achieve revenge.

5. "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." (Eleanor Roosevelt) - While not directly using "fury," this quote stands as an antithesis, promoting hope and optimism over anger and rage.

6. "A quiet life is better than a stormy one." (Seneca) - Similar to #5, this proverb highlights the benefits of calmness over the destructive nature of fury.

7. "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." (Nelson Mandela) - This quote emphasises resilience and perseverance, overcoming anger and setbacks.

8. "Let go of anger. Let go of grudges. Because to hold onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die." (Buddha) - This quote promotes forgiveness and letting go of anger, which can be a source of much fury.

9. "There's a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven." (Ecclesiastes 3:1) - This religious quote suggests there's a time for anger and a time for peace, advocating for choosing the appropriate response.

10. "Holding on to anger is like holding a hot coal with the intent to throw it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned." (Buddha) - Similar to #8, this quote emphasises the self-destructive nature of clinging to anger and fury.

Etymology

Basically, "fury" comes from an old Latin word "furia" which meant strong anger or madness. Around the 1300s, people in England started using "fury" with the same meaning – intense anger. Back then, they sometimes even called someone with a bad temper, especially a woman, a "fury."

Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Fury

• In a fury: This means someone is very angry and might even be acting out destructively. (e.g., "The child threw his toys in a fury after being denied dessert.")

• Like fury: This is an informal way of saying something is happening very intensely or quickly. (e.g., "The wind howled like fury all through the night.")

• To unleash one's fury: This means to express extreme anger in a powerful or violent way. (e.g., "The boxer unleashed his fury on his opponent in the final round.")

• Blind with fury: This describes someone so angry they can't think clearly or see reason. (e.g., "Blinded by fury, he said things he immediately regretted.")

• To be white-hot with fury: This refers to intense anger that feels almost like a physical heat. (e.g., "She was white-hot with fury after discovering his betrayal.")

• Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned: This famous proverb suggests a woman who has been rejected in love can be especially vengeful and angry.

• (New) Hell hath no fury like an expert scorned: This playful twist on the original proverb suggests even experts can get very angry if their knowledge or skills are dismissed.

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Source Information

Definition of fury from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.