violent

Definition

  • adjective: using or involving the use of physical force to cause harm or damage to someone or something
  • adjective: marked by extreme force or sudden intense activity
  • synonyms: extreme, passionate, boisterous

Examples

  • The proposal has drawn 'violent' criticism from many political commentators.

  • The city has experienced an increase in 'violent' crime in the past year.

  • They witnessed a 'violent' struggle between police and protesters.

Movie quotes

  • (..) a couple of little girls. He is... ...strange, I admit. But there doesn't seem to be any real violence in him. I know violent men, Mr. Hammersmith. I deal with them day in and day out. You didn't come to ask me whether he killed before. You came to see if I think he did it at all. (..)
    1999 The Green Mile