Synonyms for "furious"

7 kid-friendly synonyms for furious, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).

What does "furious" mean?

The word furious is an adjective that means: feeling very, very angry.

Example: "Dad was furious."

Grade K–2Easy synonyms for furious

Younger kids can use these in place of "furious":

Grade 3–5Stronger words for furious

For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:

Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for furious

Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:

FAQ — synonyms for furious

What is a good synonym for furious in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try mad. For older students, "mad" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does furious have?
We list 7 grade-appropriate synonyms for furious across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is furious a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, furious is used as an adjective.

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