[ˈvʌɪələnt], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- using or involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something
(e.g: local leaders are taking new steps to curb violent crime)

- (especially of an emotion or a destructive natural force) very strong or powerful
(e.g: violent dislike)


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Origin:
Middle English (in the sense ‘having a marked or powerful effect’): via Old French from Latin violent- ‘vehement, violent’