adv
fiercely
FEERS-lee
adv
1
In an intense, aggressive, or forceful manner.
"She fiercely defended her team’s decision in the meeting."
"He is fiercely protective of his younger siblings."
How to Use Fiercely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWith great intensity or force.
Common pairings
fiercely loyal
fiercely independent
fight fiercely
Word Forms
fiercelier comparative, more fiercely comparative, fierceliest superlative, most fiercely superlative
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Etymology
From fierce plus -ly.