Pronunciation: [wɒz fjˈʊ͡əɹɪəs] (IPA) 
The phrase "was furious" is spelled using the International Phonetic Alphabet as /wʌz ˈfjʊər.i.əs/. The symbol "ʌ" represents the sound in "cup," while "ˈfjʊər" represents the "fyoor" sound in "furious." The final "i.əs" is pronounced as "ee-uhs." The spelling of this phrase can be tricky for non-native English speakers, as the "w" in "was" is often not pronounced clearly and may be confused with just "as" or "is."
"Was furious" is an informal, colloquial phrase used to describe a state of intense anger, indignation, or rage that someone experienced in the past. The term "was" indicates that the person felt or exhibited such a strong feeling at a specific point in time, but it does not specify the duration or extent of their fury.
When someone is furious, they are consumed by an overwhelming emotion characterized by intense irritation, exasperation, or wrath. It often manifests through visible signs such as clenched fists, a reddened face, rapid breathing, or an aggressive tone. This level of anger is typically triggered by a perceived offense, injustice, or frustration. Additionally, it may be accompanied by quick and impulsive reactions, loss of rationality, or difficulties in control.
Being "was furious" conveys a temporary emotional state rather than a long-standing disposition. The fury may have been sparked by a specific event, situation, or individual, and it generally diminishes over time as the person begins to regain composure or find ways to cope with their anger. People who were furious may engage in behaviors like shouting, slamming objects, or using harsh language to express their anger.
The phrase "was furious" captures the intense emotional response of an individual to a particular situation, suggesting that at that specific moment, their anger was seemingly uncontrollable and consuming.
The word "furious" originated from the Latin word "furiosus", which means "full of rage", "mad", or "furious". It was derived from the Latin noun "furo" meaning "I rage" or "I am mad". Over time, the term evolved into Old French as "fier" or "foureux", which then became Middle English "furiows" before taking its modern form, "furious". When we say "was furious", the word "was" indicates the past tense form, suggesting that someone was extremely angry or filled with rage in the past.
