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Wordabulary

violent

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Involving or caused by physical force intended to hurt or kill; extremely forceful.

"The storm brought violent winds to the coast."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

fierce forceful

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The storm brought _____ winds to the coast."

Answer: violent

In your own words, what does "violent" mean?

Involving or caused by physical force intended to hurt or kill; extremely forceful.

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