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Fierce vs Unyielding - What's the difference?

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As adjectives the difference between fierce and unyielding

is that fierce is extremely violent, severe, ferocious or savage while unyielding is not giving in; not bending; stubborn.

fierce

English

Adjective

(er)
  • Extremely violent, severe, ferocious or savage.
    • A fierce storm battered the coast.
  • Resolute or strenuously active.
    • We made a fierce attempt to escape.
  • Threatening in appearance or demeanor.
    • The lion gave a fierce roar.
  • (slang, Ireland, rural) very, excellent.
    • It was fierce cold.
    Q: "How was the party last night?" A: "Fierce !"
  • (slang, US) Of exceptional quality, exhibiting boldness or chutzpah.
    • Tyra said to strike a pose and make it fierce .

    Derived terms

    * something fierce

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    unyielding

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Not giving in; not bending; stubborn.

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