| 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 | ||