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Word

fiercest

US/ˈfɪɹsəst/

UK/fˈiəsəst/

Definition

adj. the most intense or strongest version of something. You use it to describe the person or thing that shows the most strength, anger, or competition.

adj. the superlative form of 'fierce', indicating the highest degree of intensity, strength, or aggression.

Examples

“The fiercest storm of the season hit the coast last night.”

“The team played their fiercest match of the season to secure the championship title.”

“In the final act of the play, the protagonist delivers the fiercest monologue of the entire performance, leaving the audience in stunned silence.”

Examples

simple

“The fiercest storm of the season hit the coast last night.”

contextual

“The team played their fiercest match of the season to secure the championship title.”

complex

“In the final act of the play, the protagonist delivers the fiercest monologue of the entire performance, leaving the audience in stunned silence.”

Real-World Examples

“The Brazilian and Messi spent years on opposite sides of ​one of football’s fiercest ​rivalries, with Casemiro starring for ​Real Madrid and Messi for Barcelona, but are now teammates.”
The Guardian · 30 Aug 2026
“Of course, the prospect of selling Alvarez to their fiercest rivals was viewed as a non-starter by Atletico.”
BBC News · 24 Aug 2026

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Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
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