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violent

/ˈvaɪ(ə)lənt/

While often used to describe physical fighting, "violent" can also describe things that are not human, such as weather or emotions. When describing a person's behavior, it usually implies an intention to harm. When using the word to describe intensity (like a "violent storm"), it focuses on the power and suddenness of the event rather than a desire to cause pain.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is at the office and Leo is in his bedroom playing games.
David Smith

Leo, your mom says that game you're playing is way too violent. Cut it out.

David Smith
Leo Smith
Leo Smith

it's literally just blocks dad. you're capping.

💡
David is attempting to exercise parental authority regarding the game's content, while Leo dismisses him using the Gen-Z slang 'capping', which means lying or exaggerating.

Meanings

adjective

Using or involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill.

"The protesters became violent after the police arrived."

adjective

Having great force or intensity; sudden and powerful.

"A violent storm ripped through the coastal village."

adjective

Characterized by strong, uncontrolled emotion.

"She had a violent reaction to the news of the merger."

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