furor

Definitions of furor
  1. noun
    an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
    synonyms: capricho, chifladura, culto, manía, moda pasajera
  2. noun
    intense anger (usually on an epic scale)
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    type of:
    furia, ira, rabia
    a feeling of intense anger
  3. noun
    a feeling of intense anger
    synonyms: furia, ira, rabia
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    type of:
    cólera, enojo, ira
    a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance
  4. noun
    something that is desired intensely
  5. noun
    state of violent mental agitation
    synonyms: delirio, frenesí, vértigo
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    type of:
    manía
    a mood disorder; an affective disorder in which the victim tends to respond excessively and sometimes violently
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