1
as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the vehemence in her voice when she insisted that she never gossiped surprised me
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2
as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
every cause that she pursues is pursued with great vehemence
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Recent Examples of vehemence
As the agency’s OK seemed near, the season premiere of South Park on Paramount’s Comedy Central on Wednesday eviscerated Trump – and Paramount’s legal settlement – with a vehemence that’s become increasingly rare.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 July 2025
Repeat that, over and over, with truth and vehemence.
—Davia Temin, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
But truthfully, his apology won’t erase the vehemence of his words primarily directed at our sister.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2025
Despite the vehemence with which these claims are made, the basis for them is remarkably misguided.
—Laura Pitter, Foreign Affairs, 23 Aug. 2016
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 July 2025
Repeat that, over and over, with truth and vehemence.
—Davia Temin, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
But truthfully, his apology won’t erase the vehemence of his words primarily directed at our sister.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2025
Despite the vehemence with which these claims are made, the basis for them is remarkably misguided.
—Laura Pitter, Foreign Affairs, 23 Aug. 2016
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehemence
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Historic volatility The Cboe Gold Volatility Index surged this month to its highest level since the Covid pandemic in 2020, reflecting the intensity of the metal’s recent volatility.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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These settings reduce the speed and intensity of the tumbling action, minimizing the likelihood of tangling.—
Anyssa Roberts,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
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The test of whether organizations will translate that enthusiasm into political wins won't come until November.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Hardware enthusiasm While there are doubts about the software industry, Wall Street has resounding confidence that hardware companies are AI winners.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Embarrassment could have been a factor in the rash decision, but Trump is not a man who appears to be afflicted by that particular emotion, which takes its cue from a certain amount of self-awareness and humility.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Seeing athletes persevere teaches kids healthy lessons about effort, teamwork, and handling big emotions.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
6 Feb. 2026
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The brothers now couch surf between family members’ homes and Airbnbs, intent on documenting what some describe as the unprecedented aggressiveness of Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis.—
Sophia Peyser,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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Gardner, who has impressed as a reserve recently with his relentless energy and aggressiveness, recorded 12 points on 4-of-5 shooting from the field, 1-of-2 shooting on threes and 3-of-5 shooting from the foul line, 11 rebounds and two steals in 23 minutes on Saturday.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 Feb. 2026
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Layered over leggings, the lightweight cardigan adds warmth and dimension, instantly making a simple base feel more considered.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Feb. 2026
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Colleagues membered Printz for his warmth, his calm and even-handed demeanor.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Vehemence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehemence. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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