to-feel-a-surge-of-righteous-fury
/tuː fiːl ə sɜːdʒ əv ˈraɪtʃəs ˈfjʊəri/ IELTSAcademic
idiom
To suddenly feel strong anger because you believe you are morally right. It often suggests anger that feels justified, not calm or gentle.
- She felt a surge of righteous fury at the lie.
- His speech caused a surge of righteous fury.
Adinary Nuance
This phrase is stronger and more emotional than anger or irritation. It is close to indignation, but indignation is often more controlled and formal. Writers choose this phrase when the anger feels sudden, moral, and intense. It can sound dramatic in news, fiction, or strong personal speech.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- cơn phẫn nộ chính đáng
- Spanish
- furia justa
- Chinese
- 正义的怒火
- Japanese
- 正義の怒り
- Korean
- 정의로운 분노
Etymology
This is a modern English phrase built from common words, not a fixed old idiom. It combines "righteous" from Old English and "fury" from Latin through French.
Common phrases
a surge of righteous furyfeel righteous furywith righteous fury
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Frequently asked questions
- Is 'to feel a surge of righteous fury' formal or informal?
- It is formal and literary. People use it in writing, speeches, or dramatic descriptions.
- What is the difference between righteous fury and anger?
- Anger is general. Righteous fury means anger you feel is morally justified.
- Can I use this phrase in everyday conversation?
- You can, but it may sound dramatic. It fits stronger speech better than casual talk.