fierce

[feers] / fɪərs /

ADJECTIVE

violent, menacing

Synonyms

STRONGEST

angry bold brutal cutthroat dangerous ferocious fiery furious intense murderous passionate powerful raging relentless savage stormy strong terrible vehement vicious

WEAK

animal ape awful barbarous bloodthirsty blustery boisterous brutish cruel enraged fell feral flipped frightening horrible howling impetuous infuriated malevolent malign primitive raving tempestuous threatening tigerish truculent tumultuous uncontrollable untamed venomous wild

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathetic calm cold cool dull gentle good happy indifferent kind mild moderate nice pleasant quiet tame uncaring unpassionate weak

WEAK

meek nonviolent peaceful tender unthreatening

Example Sentences

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Throughout his career, he was a fierce, joyful advocate for interfaith coexistence.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

There has also been fierce debate over whether Japan is moving away from its post-war pacifism, a core part of the national identity.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The arrangement for the facility, which would have 50 beds, has drawn fierce opposition from Kenyan medical groups.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Artificial intelligence has also triggered fierce competition for top talent and is also fueling tens of thousands of layoffs this year.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

He made a fierce, rapid munching sound with his teeth that made Penelope shiver.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

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