cyclonic

adjective

Definition of cyclonicnext
as in violent
marked by bursts of destructive force or intense activity a man who was given to cyclonic rages

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cyclonic
  1. violent
  2. ferocious
  3. turbulent
  4. fierce
  5. volcanic
  6. furious
  7. rabid
Adjective
  • In it, Elphaba and Galinda profess their undying friendship; suffice it to say that Grande found the notion of treating her co-star with violent hostility an acting challenge.
    Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Against a backdrop of violent tensions between Egyptians and various African nationalities, Aisha’s situation turns sour after a local gang offers her protection in exchange for a favor.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of violent
Adjective
  • More than 12,000 homes have been destroyed by ferocious fires that have left at least 11 dead.
    Chantz Martin, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Those howling winds, measured at speeds approaching 100 mph, fueled the ferocious firestorms that followed.
    Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of ferocious
Adjective
  • Aikman too had some turbulent times early in his career with the Dallas Cowboys.
    Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
  • But wearied by a turbulent couple of years that saw points deductions, relegation battles and near-constant speculation over the future of the club, the 53-year-old made clear his view that his methods were no longer having the same impact.
    Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of turbulent
Adjective
  • Lyft’s challenges were compounded by fierce rivalry with Uber (NYSE: UBER) and the disruptive impact of the pandemic.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Tariffs Don't Have to Make Economic Sense to Appeal to Trump Voters The debates over tariffs were fierce.
    Einav Rabinovitch-Fox / Made by History, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of fierce
Adjective
  • For example, the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive has stunning views of volcanic formations and informative signs explaining the area’s geological history.
    Carrie Dennis, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Canary Islands, Spain These islands offer a warm climate all year round and landscapes ranging from volcanic beaches to laurel forests.
    Wilson Santiago Burgos, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of volcanic
Adjective
  • Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater drama:The internet is furious at Ariana Grande.
    Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Many Southern California hikers are furious, convinced the move was unnecessary.
    Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of furious
Adjective
  • He’s enjoyed the specter of games in Buffalo, from unpredictable weather to a rabid fan base.
    Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Instead, imagine solely depending upon rabid fan feedback and other mega-promoted measuring sticks based in no way solely on the country industry's initial response.
    Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of rabid
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cyclones

cyclonic

cyclopean

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