English adjective: fierce | |||
1. | fierce marked by extreme and violent energy | ||
Samples | A ferocious beating. Fierce fighting. A furious battle. | ||
Synonyms | ferocious, furious, savage | ||
Similar | violent | ||
Antonyms | nonviolent | ||
2. | fierce marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid | ||
Samples | Fierce loyalty. In a tearing rage. Vehement dislike. Violent passions. | ||
Synonyms | tearing, trigger-happy, vehement, violent | ||
Similar | intense | ||
Antonyms | mild | ||
3. | fierce ruthless in competition | ||
Samples | Cutthroat competition. Bowelless readiness to take advantage. | ||
Synonyms | bowelless, cutthroat | ||
Similar | merciless, unmerciful | ||
Antonyms | merciful | ||
4. | fierce violently agitated and turbulent | ||
Samples | Boisterous winds and waves. The fierce thunders roar me their music. Rough weather. Rough seas. | ||
Synonyms | boisterous, rough | ||
Similar | stormy | ||
Antonyms | calm | ||