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violent
adjective(vi-o-lent)
characterized by violence or bloodshed
Synonyms: crimson, red,
violent
adjective(vi-o-lent)
marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
Synonyms: fierce, tearing, trigger-happy, vehement,
Examples:
Violent passions.
violent
adjective(vi-o-lent)
(of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud
Synonyms: wild,
Examples:
A violent clash of colors.
Her dress was a violent red.
A violent noise.
violent
adjective(vi-o-lent)
acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity
Antonyms: nonviolent,
Examples:
A violent attack.
A violent person.
Violent feelings.
A violent rage.
Felt a violent dislike.
violent
adjective(vi-o-lent)
effected by force or injury rather than natural causes
Examples:
A violent death.

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