What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
furiously
Example
She was furiously angry at her boss for not giving her the promotion. [furiously: adverb]
Example
The dog was barking furiously at the mailman. [furiously: adverb]
fiercely
Example
The lion roared fiercely, warning the other animals to stay away. [fiercely: adverb]
Example
She fought fiercely to defend her family from the intruders. [fiercely: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Furiously and fiercely are both common words in English language, but fiercely is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between furiously and fiercely?
Both furiously and fiercely are informal words, but fiercely can be used in more formal contexts than furiously.
