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With great force, passion, or strong emphasis. Describes an action, statement, or demand that is very energetic and intense.
Sie widersprach den Vorwürfen vehement und legte Beweise für ihre Unschuld vor.
She vehemently denied the accusations and presented evidence of her innocence.
Although 'vehement' (vehement) is an adjective, it is most often used as an adverb to describe a verb. It answers the question 'How is something done?'—namely, with great energy.
Die Opposition kritisierte die Pläne der Regierung vehement.
The opposition vehemently criticized the government's plans.
'Vehement' (vehement) often describes a strong verbal reaction. Typical verbs are: 'vehement widersprechen' (to vehemently disagree), 'vehement fordern' (to demand vehemently), 'vehement protestieren' (to protest vehemently), 'vehement ablehnen' (to vehemently reject), or 'etwas vehement verteidigen' (to defend something vehemently).
Die Anwohner protestierten vehement gegen den Bau der neuen Straße.
The local residents protested vehemently against the construction of the new road.
This word belongs to an elevated or written style. You often find it in the news, political debates, or formal discussions.
Er hat sich bis zuletzt vehement gegen die Anschuldigungen gewehrt.
He defended himself vehemently against the accusations until the very end.
violent / intense
'heftig' and 'vehement' can both describe a strong, intense manner, especially in arguments, criticism, or reactions. 'heftig' is broader and more everyday: a discussion, a pain, or a storm can be 'heftig'. 'vehement' is used mainly when someone speaks, demands, or objects with a lot of emphasis. It sounds somewhat more formal and focuses on an energetic action or statement. Learners may confuse the words because both feel strong. The simple difference is: 'heftig' often describes the intensity of the situation, while 'vehement' more often describes how forcefully someone does or says something.
Die Chefin widerspricht dem Vorschlag vehement.
The boss vehemently objects to the proposal.
In der Schule hat er eine heftige Diskussion mit der Kollegin gehabt.
At school, he had a heated discussion with his colleague.