威猛 (wēi měng) — brave and fierce (in appearance or demeanor); domineering, imposing (sometimes with a negative connotation)
Definition
Describes a powerful, imposing presence — a tall general, a roaring lion, a commanding voice. Often carries a sense of awe or even intimidation rather than pure strength.
adjective
brave and fierce (in appearance or demeanor)domineeringimposing (sometimes with a negative connotation)
Examples
- ，威猛。Nà wèi jiāng jūn shēn cái gāo dà, kàn qǐ lái shí fēn wēi měng.That general is tall and big, looking very imposing and fierce.
- 威猛，。Tā shuō huà de yǔ qì wēi měng, ràng rén bù gǎn fǎn bó.His tone of voice was domineering, making people dare not refute him.
- 威猛，。Zhè tóu xióng shī kàn qǐ lái fēi cháng wēi měng, bú kuì shì sēn lín zhī wáng.This male lion looks very fierce and majestic, truly the king of the forest.
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