vehement

adjective

ˈvē-ə-mənt How to pronounce vehement (audio)
Definition of vehementnext
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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3
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 Ingber says many of his congregants are politically liberal and opposed to Israel’s policies on Gaza and other issues, yet are troubled by vehement assertions that Israel has no right to exist as a Jewish state. — David Crary, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026 But El-Sayed has faced criticism for campaigning during the Democratic primary with controversial left-wing podcaster Hasan Piker, a vehement critic of Israel whose rhetoric on the issue has drawn criticism. — Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026 The residents launched their recall effort following contentious meetings over annexing the 2,000 acres into Granbury and zoning the land for industrial use despite vehement opposition from residents. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026 Rogers is a vehement supporter of Israel himself, and has begun courting the vote of Jewish Democrats who do not want to support el Sayed. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vehement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehement
  1. emphatic
  2. intense
  3. passionate
  4. vigorous
  5. intensive
  6. fervent
  7. aggressive
  8. fierce
Adjective
  • Salma Paralluelo found space down the left flank, whipped in a cross and picked out Navarro for an emphatic finish.
    — Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Nafis Ud Doula, director of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and a member of the RSC board, is emphatic about the industry’s position.
    — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of emphatic
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  • Pike committed the crime over an intense romantic jealousy of Slemmer, who allegedly attempted to steal her boyfriend’s attention.
    — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Carnegie Hall seats well over 3,000 people, but this intense, no-frills performance film gives life to the old saying about feeling alone in a crowd.
    — Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of intense
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  • Fans were insanely passionate and regionally focused, and the game reflected that.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Seeing what resonates with consumers and how that translates into numbers is something Fields has long been passionate about.
    — Colleen McKown, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of passionate
Adjective
  • The legendary French fashion house was making a second issue of its surprisingly vigorous, thick-stock glossy art magazine.
    — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Brisk walking, light cycling, doubles tennis and household chores such as vacuuming, mopping and mowing the lawn were categorized as moderate activity; vigorous activity included jogging, fast cycling, singles tennis and aerobics.
    — Jennifer Fields, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of vigorous
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  • Atrium is also offering day hospital programs in which patients receive intensive treatment and return home at night.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Because schools would otherwise use that money to buy equipment, the proposal would most affect two-year technical schools with equipment-intensive programs like welding or automotive programs.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of intensive
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  • In keeping with the film‘s maximalist vibe, the noise around it keeps whipsawing in different directions, with defenders calling it a misunderstood masterpiece and detractors equally fervent in calling it a complete artistic disaster.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026
  • In almost every neighborhood of the city, you’re bound to bump into vendors who have set up shop near parks, subway stations, and bars looking to meet the fervent demand for soccer kits, Styles swag and Knicks gear.
    — Matt Martell, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of fervent
Adjective
  • While Chelsea tend to retreat after taking the lead, their opponents also become more aggressive in response, committing extra bodies forward and helping to create more open, end-to-end encounters.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The acquisition comes after the distributor’s founder and then-CEO, Andrew Karpen, died from an aggressive form of brain cancer at the age of 59 in May 2025.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of aggressive
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  • In the aftermath of City being found guilty of a raft of financial breaches another fierce welcome was expected.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Her fierce survival instincts see her turn the tables on them, transforming their hunt into her own cat-and-mouse game.
    — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of fierce

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“Vehement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehement. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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