ferocious
Translation
ferocious, fierce, savage
Examples
The lion gave a ferocious roar.
The lion gave a ferocious roar.
They had a ferocious argument about money.
They had a ferocious argument about money.
Grammar Patterns
a ferocious ((noun)) savagely fierce The lion gave a ferocious roar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fierce, savage, brutal, violent; Antonyms: gentle, mild, tame
Etymology
From Latin 'ferox' meaning 'fierce, wild'. Related to 'ferus' (wild).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'ferocious' Ferrari, a powerful and wild car.