violence

Definition

  • noun: the use of physical force to harm someone, to damage property, etc.
  • noun: exertion of physical force so as to injure or abuse (as in warfare effecting illegal entry into a house)
  • synonyms: oppression, transgression, violation

Examples

  • They want to make a movie from the book without 'doing violence to' the simplicity of the original story.

  • They need to learn how to settle their arguments without resorting to 'violence'.

  • They spoke out against (the use of) 'violence' against women.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Okay. Okay, I'm-Ow! Whoa! Bye bye. No Sven, I didn't get your carrots. But I did find us a place to sleep. And it's free. I'm sorry about this violence. I will add a quart of lutefisk, So We'll have good feelings. Just the outfit and boots, yah? Reindeers are better than people. (..)
    2013 Frozen