infuriate
Americanverb (used with object)
adjective
verb
adjective
Related Words
See enrage.
Other Word Forms
- infuriately adverb
- infuriating adjective
- infuriatingly adverb
- infuriation noun
- uninfuriated adjective
Etymology
Origin of infuriate
First recorded in 1660–70; from Medieval Latin infuriātus, past participle of infuriāre “to madden, enrage.” See in- 2, fury, -ate 1
Example Sentences
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He infuriated observers by constantly changing systems and selections, leaving players bamboozled.
From BBC
He infuriated his parents by marrying Mary Lou Taylor when he was only 17; she became Stewart’s muse and occasional writing partner.
The tactic is infuriating to opposition parties, and many viewers and listeners at home.
From BBC
The fact that this public transparency had to be prompted by an act of Congress has infuriated Nicky.
From BBC
That's done little but to further infuriate many in Pakistan's authorities.
From BBC
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