furor

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
  2. noun a sudden outburst (as of protest)

Etymology

From Middle English furour, from Middle French fureur, from Old French furor, from Latin furor, from furō (“To rage, to be out of one's mind”).

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Synonyms

fad, craze, furore, cult, rage

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