/feˈɾoθ/ ES
/feˈɾos/ MX
Translation
fierce, ferocious
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Word origin
From Latin ferox ('wild, bold, fierce'), from ferus ('wild, untamed'). The same root gives English 'ferocious' and 'feral'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- ferox
- English cognates
- ferocious, feral
Grammar
Examples
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The lion is a fierce and dangerous animal.
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A ferocious storm caught us at sea.
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He defended his ideas with a fierce passion.
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What a fierce look that dog has!
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The competition between the companies is fierce.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 44, lesson 7: feroz, correa, contexto and 7 more words.