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Meaning of 'vehement' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Vehement [ a.]
- Acting with great force; furious; violent; impetuous; forcible; mighty; as, vehement wind; a vehement torrent; a vehement fire or heat.
- Very ardent; very eager or urgent; very fervent; passionate; as, a vehement affection or passion.

Meaning of 'vehement' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . vehement [ s]
Meaning (1):
- characterized by great force or energy
Example in sentence:
  • a vehement defense;
  • vehement clapping;
  • vehement deluges of rain
Meaning (2):
- marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
Example in sentence:
  • fierce loyalty;
  • in a tearing rage;
  • vehement dislike;
  • violent passions

Nearby Words:

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