Definition

The quality of being very fierce or violent.

Example

The ferociousness of the storm surprised everyone in the town.

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about wild animals?

Yeah, it was amazing how they showed the ferociousness of the predators.

I know, right? It really made me appreciate nature's balance.

For sure! The ferociousness of those animals is both scary and fascinating.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ferociousness → It is formed from "ferocious" (from Latin "ferox", meaning fierce or wild) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "ferociousness" refers to the state of being fierce or wild.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'ferocious' which means fierce, and remember that 'ferociousness' describes the quality of being fierce.

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