Ferocious/fəˈrəʊʃəs/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation The word often implies something negative, like danger or harm. The ferocious storm left the coastline in ruins. Pro Tip 2/3Not for People Rarely used to describe people unless it's about their actions or behavior. The debater was ferocious in presenting his arguments. Pro Tip 3/3Hyperbolic Expression Often used to exaggerate characteristics for effect. They faced a ferocious defense on the football field.