violent

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈvaɪ(ə)lənt/

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Adjective

Positive violent

Comparative more violent

Superlative most violent

1. If someone is violent, they act physically to hurt people or break things.

   Police said he had a history of violent behavior.

2. Forceful and able to break things.

   The violent wind took the roof off of the house.

Synonyms

• aggressive
• brutal
• cruel
• sadistic
• vicious
• fierce
• ferocious
• vehement
• forceful
• passionate
• intense
• powerful
• furious
• strong

Antonyms

• friendly
• peaceful
• calm
• mild
• timid
• gracious
• pleasant
• tranquil
• quiet
• still
• cool
• serene

Related words

• violence
• violently