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"Uproar" vs. "furor": navigating the noise
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Lloyd Cooper 25/10/2024, 22:59
Lloyd Cooper 25/10/2024, 22:59English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "uproar" and "furor" refer to a state of intense public excitement or disturbance. They describe situations where emotions run high and often involve noisy commotion or strong reactions.
What is different?
"Uproar" often implies a loud commotion, usually with sounds or outcries, and can apply to groups of people reacting vocally. "Furor" tends to indicate intense excitement or outrage, often in response to something controversial or scandalous. "Furor" may not always imply noise, rather a widespread emotional reaction.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Uproar- The surprise announcement caused an uproar among the fans.
- There was an uproar in the courtroom when the verdict was read.
- An uproar erupted in the meeting room over the proposed changes.
- The policy change created a furor among the citizens.
- There was a furor in the press over the celebrity's behavior.
- The book's release triggered a furor over its controversial content.
Difference
