CEFR B1

fierce

adjective

Meaning

Showing an intense or aggressive energy, spirit, or determination.

Examples

She has a fierce loyalty to her friends.
The competition was fierce, with both teams playing their best.

Synonyms: wild, strong, intense, aggressive, ferocious

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fierce (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪərs/

Definition

Showing an intense or aggressive energy, spirit, or determination.

Examples

She has a fierce loyalty to her friends.
The competition was fierce, with both teams playing their best.
He has a fierce temper and can get angry very quickly.

How to Use fierce

fierce about (prepositional phrase): Showing strong feelings or determination regarding something. — "He is very fierce about protecting his children."
fierce look (collocation): An aggressive or intense facial expression. — "The referee gave the player a fierce look after the foul."

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