C1
ferocious vs fierce
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ferociousadjective/fəˈroʊ.ʃəs/ | Meaning very violent or very strong and intense | Goes with ferocious attack | Example She has a ferocious temper when she feels she's been treated unfairly. |
| fierceadjective/fɪrs/ | Meaning very strong, angry or aggressive, in a way that can be frightening | Goes with fierce competition | Example There is fierce competition for places at the best schools. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The runners struggled in the heat of midday.