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Definition fierce in British English

fierce adjective

adjective
/fɪə(r)s/
1

involving very strong feelings such as determination, anger, or hate

Example

The proposals provoked a fierce debate.

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2

very angry, or ready to attack

Example

He looked so fierce.

Example

a fierce lion

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3

fierce weather is very strong or severe

Example

A fierce storm forced the crew to abandon the yacht.

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Example

We face fierce competition from overseas competitors.

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Definition fierce in British English