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noun
(THE QUALITY OF BEING INTENSE)
The intensity of the storm was impressive. - Die Heftigkeit des Sturms war beeindruckend.
(THE QUALITY OF BEING FIERCE)
The fierceness of the battle was overwhelming. - Die Heftigkeit des Kampfes war überwältigend.
(THE QUALITY OF BEING FORCEFUL)
His vehemence in the debate was remarkable. - Seine Heftigkeit in der Debatte war bemerkenswert.
(THE CONDITION OF BEING SEVERE)
The severity of the punishment was justified. - Die Heftigkeit der Strafe war gerechtfertigt.