fierce

1. 1
   adjective

   Very violent, cruel, or wild.

   Like a wild animal that attacks without warning.

   The dog gave a fierce growl when the stranger came near.

   A fierce storm tore the roof off their house.

   Similarferocious, savage, violent, brutal, furious

   Oppositegentle, mild, calm

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2. 2
   adjective

   Looking angry or dangerous in a way that scares people.

   Like a face that says "stay away" without any words.

   The guard dog had a fierce look that kept trespassers away.

   He gave the noisy kids a fierce stare until they went quiet.

   Similarmenacing, intimidating, threatening, fearsome, grim

   Oppositefriendly, gentle, kindly

3. 3
   adjective

   Very strong and determined when doing something.

   Like someone who never gives up, no matter how hard it gets.

   She has a fierce will to win every game she plays.

   The team showed fierce effort in the final minutes.

   Similarintense, fervent, passionate, ardent, vigorous

   Oppositehalfhearted, feeble, lukewarm

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4. 4
   adjectiveUS

   Very bold, stylish, and impressive.

   Like a model who owns the runway with total confidence.

   She walked onto the stage looking absolutely fierce.

   That outfit is so fierce. You look amazing.

   Similarfabulous, bold, striking, stunning

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5. 5
   adjectiveslangIreland

   Very good or excellent.

   Like saying something is really, really good.

   That was a fierce meal, the best I've had all year.

   We had a fierce time at the fair on Saturday.

   Similarexcellent, great, terrific, brilliant, superb

   Oppositeterrible, awful, poor

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6. 6
   adverbslangIreland

   Very or extremely.

   Like adding "super" in front of a word: "super cold."

   It was fierce cold out on the water this morning.

   They were fierce tired after the long walk home.

   Similarvery, really, extremely, mighty, awfully

   Oppositeslightly

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