violent
Translation
violent, fierce, intense
Examples
He has a violent temper.
He has a violent temper.
There was a violent storm last night.
There was a violent storm last night.
The movie was too violent for children.
The film was too violent for children.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) describing a person, action, or force as involving physical force intended to hurt. A violent storm hit the coast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: brutal, fierce, intense; Antonyms: gentle, peaceful, calm
Etymology
From Latin 'violentus' (forceful, vehement), which comes from 'vis' (force, strength).
Memory Tips
Imagine someone playing a 'violin' so intensely that it becomes 'violent'. This connects the sound to the meaning of intensity and force.