English dictionary
fierce
adjectivePronunciation
fɪəs
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- violently agitated and turbulent
adjective
- ruthless in competition
adjective
- marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
adjective
- marked by extreme and violent energy
Example sentences
boisterous winds and waves
{'source': 'Ezra Pound', 'text': 'the fierce thunders roar me their music'}
rough weather
rough seas
cutthroat competition
bowelless readiness to take advantage
fierce loyalty
in a tearing rage
vehement dislike
violent passions
a ferocious beating
fierce fighting
a furious battle