vio
lent
Comparative
more violent
Superlative
most violent
1
(of a person and their actions) using or involving physical force that is intended to damage or harm
- He was arrested for his violent behavior during the protest, injuring several people.
- He became violent when confronted with criticism, punching a hole in the wall.
- The violent criminal threatened others with a knife during the robbery.
- The violent assailant attacked innocent bystanders in a fit of rage.
- He had a history of violent behavior, often getting into fights at school.
2
involving or caused by force that may result in physical damage
- The storm was so violent that it knocked down several trees.
- There was a violent shaking when the earthquake hit.
- The car crash was so violent that both vehicles were completely wrecked.
- A violent explosion caused damage to nearby buildings.
- The ship was caught in violent waves that tossed it from side to side.
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3
caused by physical force, injury, or deliberate aggression rather than natural processes
- He suffered a violent death in the accident.
- The patient's condition resulted from a violent trauma.
- The research focused on violent impacts on bone fractures.
- The injuries were violent and required immediate care.
- Violent blows to the head can be life-threatening.
4
(of colors or sounds) extremely bright, intense, or loud
- The artist used violent colors to create dramatic effect.
- Violent music filled the concert hall.
- The sunset displayed violent shades of red and orange.
- He was startled by the violent noise outside.
- The painting's violent hues drew immediate attention.
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5
(of a situation or event) characterized by or involving severe bloodshed, aggression, or brutality
- The conflict was marked by violent clashes and extensive bloodshed.
- The film's portrayal of the battle was intense and violent, focusing on the graphic details of the bloodshed.
- Reports from the war zone highlighted the violent nature of the skirmishes, emphasizing the scale of the bloodshed.
- The violent struggle for control of the territory led to numerous casualties.
- The violent clashes between the protesters and the police left many injured.
6
(of an emotion or belief) very intense or extreme, often leading to strong, uncontrollable reactions
- His violent outburst shocked everyone in the room, revealing the depth of his anger.
- She had a violent passion for justice, driving her to confront any injustice she encountered.
- The violent intensity of his convictions made it difficult for others to reason with him.
- The violent grief he felt after the loss was overwhelming.
- His violent jealousy led him to make rash decisions.
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