ferociously

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Adverbial ferociously has 1 sense

ferociously, fiercely - in a physically fierce manner; "silence broken by dogs barking ferociously"; "they fought fiercely"
Derived from adjective ferocious₁

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Ferociously

Part of Speech: Adverb

Meaning 1: In a fierce or aggressive manner

Sample Sentence 1: The lion roared and attacked ferociously, defending its territory.

Sample Sentence 2: With bloodshot eyes and bared teeth, the boxer fought ferociously in the ring.

Meaning 2: Intensely or overwhelmingly

Sample Sentence 1: The storm battered the coast ferociously, causing widespread destruction.

Sample Sentence 2: Despite the heavy rain, the runner continued ferociously towards the finish line.