Of an emotion or feeling: characterized by its intensity; powerful. Cf. sense A. 10a.

Of a thought, emotion, etc.: extremely strong, intense, or deep; fervent, ardent, passionate.

Relating to, characterized by, or displaying frenzy; delirious, wild; †insanely foolish.

Of debate, conflict, etc.: impassioned, heated; bitter.

Of natural forces, e.g. fire, wind, etc.; also of passion, disease, conflict, persecution, etc.: Angry, violent, vehemently raging.

Of feelings or their expression: Highly excited or agitated; passionately vehement or impetuous.

Having the quality of transporting (literal and figurative); tending to transport.