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1. (adj.) vehement
zealous; impassioned:
a vehement defense.
2. vehement
characterized by rancor or anger.
3. vehement
marked by great energy:
a vehement shake of the head.
Etymology: (1475–85; < L vehement-, s. of vehemēns, vēmēns violent, forceful)
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| Definition of 'vehement' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (adj) fierce, tearing, vehement, violent, trigger-happy
marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
"fierce loyalty"; "in a tearing rage"; "vehement dislike"; "violent passions"
2. (adj) vehement
characterized by great force or energy
"vehement deluges of rain"; "vehement clapping"; "a vehement defense"
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| Definition of 'vehement' |
Webster Dictionary |
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1. (adj) vehement
acting with great force; furious; violent; impetuous; forcible; mighty; as, vehement wind; a vehement torrent; a vehement fire or heat
2. (adj) vehement
very ardent; very eager or urgent; very fervent; passionate; as, a vehement affection or passion
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