猛もう然ぜん

adverb taking the 'to' particle, taru-adjective

fiercely; ferociously; furiously; resolutely

Describes a sudden, intense, and forceful action or state. Often used with verbs of movement, attack, or determination. The 'to' particle is typically required when used adverbially.

• 犬いぬが猛もう然ぜんと吠ほえかかってきた。

  The dog came at me, barking fiercely.

• 彼かれは猛もう然ぜんと反はん対たいした。

  He opposed it resolutely.