VEHEMENT


Meaning of VEHEMENT in English

ve ‧ he ‧ ment /ˈviːəmənt/ BrE AmE adjective

[ Date: 1400-1500 ; Language: Old French ; Origin: Latin vehemens ]

showing very strong feelings or opinions

vehement opposition/criticism/hostility etc

Despite vehement opposition, the Act became law.

Despite her vehement protests, he pulled her inside.

—vehemently adverb :

Dan vehemently denies the charges.

—vehemence noun [uncountable] :

The vehemence of her answer surprised them both.

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