Fierce

/fɪrs/ adjective

Fierce describes something very strong, intense, or aggressive, like an angry animal, a storm, or a competition. It can also be used positively to praise bold confidence or style.

It comes from Old French “fers” and Latin “ferus,” meaning “wild” or “untamed.” The word shifted from simply “wild” to include intense emotional or physical energy.

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