1
as in emphatic
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
vehement complaints about the restaurant's poor service
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2
as in intense
extreme in degree, power, or effect
despite the vehement opposition of the club's treasurer, the motion was passed
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
a vehement defender of the rights of minorities
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Recent Examples of vehement
That knocking is vehement agreement from his Cabinet members there.
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CBS News, 7 Dec. 2025
Takaichi’s remarks were met with an even more vehement response.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Cuomo, Sliwa and other critics assailed him over his vehement criticism of Israel ’s military actions in Gaza.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
And by Tuesday afternoon, Texas National Guard troops had arrived at a training center outside of Chicago — despite the vehement objections of local leaders, the Chicago Sun-Times reported.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 7 Oct. 2025
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CBS News, 7 Dec. 2025
Takaichi’s remarks were met with an even more vehement response.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Cuomo, Sliwa and other critics assailed him over his vehement criticism of Israel ’s military actions in Gaza.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
And by Tuesday afternoon, Texas National Guard troops had arrived at a training center outside of Chicago — despite the vehement objections of local leaders, the Chicago Sun-Times reported.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehement
Adjective
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Or colons, which are too emphatic.—
Karen Stabiner,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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For Burlington, which has aspirations of a deep run in Division 2, the victory is an emphatic statement.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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Weather forecast Baltimore After a brief break in the intense cold across Maryland through early Friday afternoon, bitterly cold air blows back into the Mid-Atlantic late Friday afternoon and evening.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Formula is sticky If many exfoliating facial toners feel too intense, this one is a calmer alternative.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
21 Jan. 2026
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Kepner is passionate about accountability and service journalism and encourages anyone to reach out to her to tell their story or share a tip.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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Most importantly of all, the goal of an actor is to share it, have people see it and have strong, passionate feelings about it — good and sometimes bad.—
Scarlett Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Federal guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Preliminary research released by the American Academy of Neurology in February also found a link between regularly getting moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and a lower risk of developing dementia.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2026
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This intensive-repair mask draws on Japanese beauty traditions to help restore the hair’s cuticle and overall integrity.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
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Dropbox sought to remove the most tiresome and time-intensive parts of the job, instead of focusing on tools that imitate or mimic the creative process.—
Caitlin White,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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It’s amassed fervent praise from shoppers, many of whom swear their hands look significantly younger since incorporating the product into their routine.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
17 Jan. 2026
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The craze has grown so fervent that a stand dedicated to the creation appeared across town in Pasadena this week.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2026
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Anthony Bernon, 28, said Americans are becoming increasingly concerned about i the aggressive tactics being used by ICE and other federal agencies enforcing immigration policy.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement going door to door have circulated, and so too have videos alleging profiling based on race and ICE's apparent aggressive tactics.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Competition remains fierce in the Charlotte region to grab a piece of the lucrative grocery market share.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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But long before the fire destroyed a broad section of the San Gabriel Valley community, a small but fierce army of people devoted themselves to others who were without a home.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Vehement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehement. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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