violence

US /ˈvaɪə.ləns/
UK /ˈvaɪə.ləns/
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1.

behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something.

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The film contains scenes of extreme violence.
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He was arrested for an act of violence.
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brutalitycrueltyaggressionforceferocity
2.

strength of emotion or an unpleasant or destructive natural force.

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The violence of the storm caused widespread damage.
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He spoke with great violence, expressing his anger.
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intensityforceseverityferocityfury
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domestic violence