Ferocious

/fəˈroʊʃəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

savagely fierce, cruel, or violent

The ferocious storm caused widespread damage across the coastline.

intense or extreme in some way

She had a ferocious determination to win the championship.

exhibiting aggressive behavior or intense anger

The ferocious dog barked aggressively at the intruders.

fierce and violent in nature or behavior

The ferocious predator hunted tirelessly for its next meal.

characterized by extreme or violent intensity

He gave a ferocious performance that captivated the audience.

From Latin 'ferocis', meaning 'fierce, savage'.

ferocious appetite

An intense and unquenchable desire for food or knowledge.

ferocious competition

A highly aggressive and intense rivalry.

ferocious guardian

An extremely protective and aggressive protector.

fury

Intense and violent anger.

vicious

Deliberately cruel or violent.

savage

Fiercely violent or cruel.

Extremely cool or awesome.

That new game is ferocious!

Aggressively excellent or impressive.

Her performance was ferocious; she crushed the competition.