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furor
[ fyoor-awr, -er ]
noun
- a general outburst of enthusiasm, excitement, controversy, or the like.
Synonyms: , , ,
- a prevailing fad, mania, or craze.
- fury; rage; madness.
Synonyms: , , ,
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of furor1
Example Sentences
On one thing both sides in the furor agree — the Iowa poll results got major coverage in the media.
But the lack of definitive information about the phenomena, coupled with the lack of public trust in institutions and the viral spread of claims on social media, has created a furor.
In his first extended interview about the furor, Soon-Shiong depicted himself as an unflinching protector of journalistic balance, one who is betting that a moderate, nonideological viewpoint is the best path forward.
The garbage truck photo-op came after a furor surrounding the use of the word "garbage" in the last full week of the presidential campaign.
Biden, seeking to cool the furor, issued a clarification in an X post shortly afterwards.
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