GRE Word List

FUROR

an angry or maniacal fit : rage

The meaning of the word furor is an angry or maniacal fit : rage.

Random words

WordMeaning
scoretwenty
loftyelevated in character and spirit : noble
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
egregiousconspicuous
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
sanguinarybloodthirsty
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching