迅猛

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Meaning and Usage

The adjective 迅猛 (xùnměng) describes something that is both rapid and fierce or intense. It often characterizes actions, changes, or phenomena that happen quickly and with great force or energy.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see 迅猛 used to describe natural events like storms or epidemics, as well as rapid business growth or aggressive developments. It conveys a sense of urgency and power.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 迅猛速度: rapid speed, emphasizing how fast something happens.
  • 迅猛发展: rapid and vigorous development, often used in business or economic contexts.
  • 迅猛攻击: fierce attack, used in military or sports contexts.

Nuances

Using 迅猛 implies not just speed but also intensity or strength. It is stronger than just 快速 (kuàisù, fast) because it adds a sense of forcefulness. Avoid using it for gentle or slow processes.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 迅猛 with 迅速 (xùnsù), which means rapid but without the intensity. 迅猛 always carries a connotation of power or fierceness alongside speed.

Example Sentences

The epidemic spread rapidly and fiercely, causing concern.

This company became the industry leader with rapid and vigorous growth

The storm arrived, bringing rapid and fierce winds and rainfall.