Fury Definition & Meaning

fury
noun
  1. a feeling of intense anger; "hell hath no fury like a woman scorned"; "his face turned red with rage"
  2. state of violent mental agitation
  3. the property of being wild or turbulent; "the storm's violence"
  4. (classical mythology) the hideous snake-haired monsters (usually three in number) who pursued unpunished criminals

"Fury" in song lyrics

See how fury is used in real songs:

  • "Beware where outcome cries deadly fury"
    (4th Disciple f/) Boom, Science — Wit Da Evilz
  • "Blending the essence of fury"
    4th Disciple f/ Raw Intellect — Fabulous Felonz
  • "Don't worry, you'll just get yourself in a fury"
    7L & Esoteric — Jealous Over Nothing

Usage tips for "fury"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fury" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fury to find words that pair well.

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