furore

Other forms: furores

Definitions of furore
  1. noun
    an interest followed with exaggerated zeal
    synonyms: craze, cult, fad, furor, rage
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    type of:
    fashion
    the latest and most admired style in clothes and cosmetics and behavior
  2. noun
    a sudden outburst (as of protest)
    synonyms: furor
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    types:
    brouhaha, foofaraw
    a confused disturbance far greater than its cause merits
    type of:
    disturbance
    the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion
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