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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

furies

/ˈfɪəriːz/ noun · British & US
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What does furies mean?

noun

In Greek mythology, the Furies were goddesses of vengeance and punishment. In modern usage, the Furies can also refer to intense, unrelenting emotions or desires.

Example

"The artist's latest work was a manifestation of the furies that drove her to create."

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