kiivaus
Kiivaus is a Finnish noun describing intense emotion or vigorous, forceful activity. It can refer to strong enthusiasm or zeal as well as to anger, fury, or a feverish pace of work or movement. The nuance of kiivaus depends on context: in debates or public discourse it often signals urgency and fervor, while in sports or work it can denote high tempo, determination, and rapid effort.
Etymology and forms: Kiivaus is formed from kiivas, meaning fierce or vehement, with the nominal suffix -us.
Usage notes: The word carries a spectrum of connotations from positive to negative, depending on tone and
Examples: The kiivaus of the crowd grew as the announcement was made. The team worked with kiivaus