1. fierce
Their dog was so fierce that he kept everyone away.
That cat is rather fierce, I wouldn't touch him if I were you.
fierce weather
‘the tiger is the largest member of the cat family and a fierce predator.
The allies defeated the evil empire in the fierce battle.
She felt fierce resentment after her defeat.
he cried angrily, turning to Javert with a fierce look in his eyes.
About 40 milion years ago, a fierce hunter, called the sabre-toothed cat, lived on the earth
There is some fierce discussion going on about the usage of chocolate in medicine.
The company has managed to establish a dominant position in the face of fierce competition
A fierce cry of pain and outrage nearly deafened him
Some of the fiercest opposition came from within Mr Hollande's Socialist Party,
Blinded by the fierce autumn sun (The Redbreast)
Two men were shot during fierce fighting last weekend.
Young people can recognize this about romantic love, but they find it hard to accept the same fierce element in parental affection.