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violent — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • forcible adj Done using physical force.
  • impetuous adj Acting suddenly and without careful thought, often forcefully.
  • rugged adj Having a rough, uneven, or harsh terrain.
  • violent adj Using or involving physical force meant to hurt or kill.

Senses

violent is used for these senses in English:

  • forcible Done by force, forced.
  • impetuous Characterized by sudden violence or vehemence.
  • rugged (of behaviour) Violent; rude; boisterous

Related French words