猛威

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 猛威, read もうい, means a formidable force exerting a fierce influence.
• Basic usage: It describes situations in which strong winds or pests cause considerable damage.
  • 強風が一晩中猛威を振るい、庭の木が折れた。

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• The expression for raging
  • 猛威を振るう is often used when a powerful force rages and spreads damage. Whereas 威力 refers broadly to power or effectiveness, 猛威 emphasizes a threatening intensity.