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violent

Pronunciation: [ˈvaɪələnt]

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Learn how to use violent in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “physical aggression”

(adjective) when something causes a lot of force or is hurtful. It can be when people fight or when natural events, like storms, are very strong and destructive. If someone acts violently, it means they might hurt others.

Example

The movie was exciting, but it had some violent scenes.

Example

The peaceful protest did not turn violent.

Example

Why do some movies have violent content?

Context: “emotional intensity”

(adjective) when feelings are very strong and intense, almost like a storm of emotions. This can happen when someone feels really angry or excited.

Example

She had a violent reaction of joy when she won the prize.

Example

He remained calm and did not have a violent response to the news.

Example

What caused such a violent reaction from him?

How to pronounce violent

Pronunciation: [ˈvaɪələnt]

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