Vehemencia (en. Vehemence)

/be.eˈmen.sja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A strong expression that denotes fervor and passion.
The vehemence with which he defended his opinion left everyone stunned.
La vehemencia con que defendió su opinión dejó a todos sorprendidos.
The quality of being vehement, showing emotions in an intense manner.
His vehemence led him to commit to the cause.
Su vehemencia lo llevó a comprometerse con la causa.
Strength or aggressiveness in speech.
The vehemence in his voice indicated how important the topic was to him.
La vehemencia en su voz indicaba cuán importante era el tema para él.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'vehementia', which is derived from 'vehemens', meaning 'fervent' or 'intense'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak with vehemence
To express oneself in a very passionate or intense way.
hablar con vehemencia
vehemence in the debate
Strength and fervor in the argumentation during a debate.
vehemencia en el debate
to show vehemence
To demonstrate intense emotions in response to a situation.
mostrar vehemencia

Related Words

vehement
That expresses a feeling or opinion with great intensity.
vehemente
fervent
That feels and expresses with passion or enthusiasm.
ferviente
impetuous
That acts with impetuosity or intensity, often without reflection.
impetuoso

Slang Meanings

Intense desire to do something
He had a vehemence to go out partying.
Tenía vehemencia por salir de fiesta.
Passionate attitude in a discussion
His vehemence in favor of the project was noticeable in the discussion.
En la charla se notó su vehemencia a favor del proyecto.