fierceness
Translation
fierceness, intensity, ferocity
Examples
The fierceness of the storm was surprising.
The fierceness of the storm was surprising.
He admired the fierceness of her determination.
He admired the fierceness of her determination.
Grammar Patterns
the fierceness of ((sth.)) the quality of being fierce in (sth.) The fierceness of the competition was clear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intensity, ferocity, severity; Antonyms: gentleness, mildness, calmness
Etymology
From the adjective 'fierce' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ness' turns an adjective into a noun. So, it's the quality (-ness) of being 'fierce'.