Pronunciation

/vɪˈlənt/

Definitions

Noun

• violent: 1. adjective - characterized by force, intensity, or roughness; causing harm or strong emotion: “a violent storm” “violent protests”
• 2. noun - a person who uses or is prone to using violence: “a violent criminal”

Verb

• to be violent: to act with extreme force or aggression: “The protesters were violently dispersed by the police.”
• to use violence: to inflict physical harm on someone: “He tried to defend himself from the violent attacker.”

Adjective

• violently: in a violent manner or to a great degree: “She was violently shaken by the earthquake.”

Phrases

• “A violent struggle ensued.”
• “He reacted violently to the news.”
• “The movie depicted a violent scene.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The city has experienced a recent surge in violent crime.”
• Verb: “He was arrested for violently attacking his neighbor.”
• Adverb: “She woke up violently from her nightmare.”

Synonyms

• Aggressive
• Fierce
• Forceful
• Rampant
• Hostile
• Intense

Antonyms

• Peaceful
• Calm
• Gentle
• Non-violent
• Harmless