Which definition best matches vehement when used to describe a reaction?

• A. Intense; impassioned
• B. Expressing strong feelings and great energy
• C. Powerful
• D. Forceful

Answer: (A)

Vehement describes a reaction driven by strong emotion and a high level of passion. The best match is “Intense; impassioned” because it directly conveys that emotional heat and fervor behind the reaction. When someone has a vehement response, you can picture it as not just strong, but charged with feeling—an ardent, emotionally crisp reaction.

While other options suggest strength or energy, they don’t inherently capture the emotional fervor that vehement implies. “Expressing strong feelings and great energy” comes close but can be broader, whereas vehement specifically signals that passionate intensity behind the reaction. “Powerful” or “forceful” focus more on strength or impact and less on the emotional drive.