What does FIERY mean?

Fiery

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: having a strong, burning sensation; intensely hot; passionate, full of strong emotion; containing or consisting of fire

Pronunciations: US: /ˈfaɪəri/; UK: /ˈfaɪəri/

Origin and Usage: The word "fiery" comes from the Middle English word "firi" which means "consisting of fire". It has been used since the 14th century to describe things that are hot or burning, and since the 16th century to describe people who are passionate or full of strong emotion. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.

Synonyms: blazing, burning, flaming, hot, passionate, ardent, fervent, intense, vehement, zealous

Related Words: flame, blaze, heat, fever, angry

Example Sentences:

• The fiery sun beat down on the desert.
• The chef cooked the steak to a fiery perfection.
• Her fiery temper often got her into trouble.
• The band played with a fiery intensity that left the audience breathless.