violence

[ˈvaɪələns]

violence Definition

  • 1behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something
  • 2strength of emotion or an unpleasant or destructive natural force

Using violence: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "violence" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The violence of the storm caused widespread damage.

  • Example

    The protesters were met with police violence.

  • Example

    Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many families.

  • Example

    The movie was criticized for its excessive violence.

violence Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for violence

Antonyms for violence

Idioms Using violence

  • to harm or damage something, often by treating it inappropriately

    Example

    He did violence to the truth by spreading false rumors about his opponent.

  • the use of violent actions will produce more violent actions in return

    Example

    The cycle of violence begets violence, and it's up to us to break it.

  • the use of strong or abusive language

    Example

    The violence of his language was shocking to everyone who heard him speak.

Phrases with violence

  • violence committed by members of gangs

    Example

    The city has seen a rise in gang violence in recent years.

  • violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner

    Example

    She finally left her husband after years of enduring domestic violence.

  • any sexual act or attempt to obtain a sexual act by violence or coercion, acts to traffic a person or acts directed against a person's sexuality, regardless of the relationship to the victim

    Example

    The organization works to prevent sexual violence and support survivors.

Origins of violence

from Latin 'violentia', meaning 'vehemence, impetuosity'

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Summary: violence in Brief

The term 'violence' [ˈvaɪələns] refers to behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something. It can also refer to strength of emotion or an unpleasant or destructive natural force. Examples include 'The protesters were met with police violence.' and 'The movie was criticized for its excessive violence.' 'Violence' extends into phrases like 'gang violence,' and idioms like 'violence begets violence,' denoting the cycle of violence.

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