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 Definitions of vehement  [ˈvi ə mənt]  

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Definition of 'vehement' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

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)

Definition of 'vehement' Princeton's WordNet 

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"


Definition of 'vehement' Webster Dictionary 

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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