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furiously

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfjʊɹiəsɫi// UK //fjˈɔːɹɪəsli// fu·ri·ous·ly

adv. in a very angry way, or with a lot of energy and speed. You use this when someone is doing something with great force because they are upset or in a hurry.

adv. in an extremely angry manner; with intense energy, speed, or force. Typically modifies verbs of action or communication to indicate high emotional or physical intensity.


SIMPLE

He slammed the door furiously and walked away.

CONTEXTUAL

She began typing furiously on her laptop to finish the report before the midnight deadline.

COMPLEX

The storm clouds gathered as the wind blew furiously against the shutters, threatening to tear the old house from its foundations.

Origin

From Middle English furiously; equivalent to furious + -ly.

Usage

Typically follows the verb it modifies or the direct object.

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