释义 |
View usage for: (vaɪələnt) 1. adjectiveIf someone is violent, or if they do something which is violent, they use physical force or weapons to hurt, injure, or kill other people. A quarter of current inmates have committed violent crimes. ...violent anti-government demonstrations. When I first came here, I was very violent. Sometimes the men get violent. violently adverb [ADVERB with verb] Some opposition activists have been violently attacked. 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]A violent event happens suddenly and with great force. A violent impact hurtled her forward. A violent explosion seemed to jolt the whole ground. violently adverb [ADVERB with verb] A nearby volcano erupted violently, sending out a hail of molten rock and boilingmud. 3. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]If you describe something as violent, you mean that it is said, done, or felt very strongly. Violent opposition to the plan continues. He had violent stomach pains. ...an outburst of violent emotion. Synonyms: intense, acute, severe, biting More Synonyms of violent violently adverb He was violently scolded. 4. graded adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]Violent changes are extreme changes from one state to another. Larry began suffering severe headaches and violent mood swings. 5. adjectiveA violent death is painful and unexpected, usually because the person who dies has been murdered. ...an innocent man who had met a violent death. violently adverb [ADVERB with verb] ...a girl who had died violently nine years earlier. 6. adjectiveA violent film or television programme contains a lot of scenes which show violence. It was the most violent film that I have ever seen. 7. graded adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]If you describe a colour as violent, you mean that it is extremely, and often unpleasantly, bright. ...the violent red of dying sunset. 8. graded adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]Violent weather is extremely stormy and windy. A violent storm had struck the area. More Synonyms of violent violent in British English (ˈvaɪələnt) adjective1. marked or caused by great physical force or violence a violent stab 2. (of a person) tending to the use of violence, esp in order to injure or intimidate others 3. marked by intensity of any kind a violent clash of colours 4. characterized by an undue use of force; severe; harsh 5. caused by or displaying strong or undue mental or emotional force a violent tongue 6. tending to distort the meaning or intent a violent interpretation of the text Derived forms violently (ˈviolently) adverb Word origin C14: from Latin violentus, probably from vīs strength violent in American English (ˈvaɪələnt) adjective1. a. acting with or characterized by great physical force, so as to injure, damage, or destroy b. acting or characterized by force unlawfully or callously used 2. caused by violence a violent death 3. a. showing, or resulting from, strong feeling or emotion; vehement; furious violent language b. emotionally disturbed to an uncontrollable degree 4. extreme; intense; very strong a violent storm 5. tending to distort the meaning to put a violent construction on a text Derived forms violently (ˈviolently) adverb Word origin ME < MFr < L violentus, violent, akin to violare, to UNRESOLVED CROSS REFExamples of 'violent' in a sentenceviolent Ignorance of the spell was the only thing protecting the gentle Harshini from her violent human side.The one thing that had always moved Tony was the victims of violent criminals.Judging by the titles, Gary was a fan of violent action movies.Clyde must have mistaken violent outbursts to mean outbursts of violence rather than intense, brief tantrums. In other languagesviolent British English: violent / ˈvaɪələnt/ ADJECTIVE If someone is violent, or if they do something which is violent, they use physical force or weapons to hurt other people. We all know violent crime is on the increase. - American English: violent
- Arabic: عَنِيف
- Brazilian Portuguese: violento
- Chinese: 猛烈的
- Croatian: nasilan
- Czech: násilný
- Danish: voldelig
- Dutch: gewelddadig
- European Spanish: violento
- Finnish: väkivaltainen
- French: violent
- German: gewalttätig
- Greek: βίαιος
- Italian: violento
- Japanese: 暴力的な
- Korean: 난폭한
- Norwegian: voldelig
- Polish: gwałtowny
- European Portuguese: violento
- Romanian: violent
- Russian: сильный
- Latin American Spanish: violento
- Swedish: våldsam
- Thai: ที่มีสาเหตุมาจากความรุนแรง
- Turkish: şiddet uygulayan
- Ukrainian: жорстокий
- Vietnamese: hung tợn
Chinese translation of 'violent' adj - [person, crime]
暴力的 (bàolì de) - [death, explosion]
猛烈的 (měngliè de) - [opposition, pain, emotion]
强(強)烈的 (qiángliè de)
Definition using or involving physical force with the intention of causing injury or destruction He could be violent from time to time. Synonyms aggressive wild bullying vicious destructive maddened merciless homicidal hot-headed thuggish maniacal hot-tempered Opposites gentle , peaceful , mild , quiet , calm , composed , rational , sane , serene , placid , well-behaved , unruffled Definition using or involving physical force with the intention of causing injury or destruction The next moment she felt a violent blow to her arm. Synonyms sharp fierce brutal death-dealing Definition very intense He had violent stomach pains. Definition very intense his violent, almost pathological jealousy Synonyms extreme consuming unrestrained Definition very intense I had a violent temper and was always in fights. Definition sudden and forceful That night a violent storm arose and wrecked most of the ships. Synonyms devastating storming gale force ruinous full of force Opposites calm , gentle , mild , serene , placid Additional synonymsHis back is arched as if in acute pain. Synonyms sharp, shooting, powerful, violent, severe, intense, overwhelming, distressing, stabbing, cutting, fierce, piercing, racking, exquisite, poignant, harrowing, overpowering, shrill, excruciatingThe wait was agonizing. Synonyms painful, bitter, distressing, harrowing, heartbreaking, grievous, excruciating, hellish, heart-rending, gut-wrenching, torturous When I saw him I went berserk. Synonyms crazy, wild, mad (informal), frantic, ape (slang), apeshit (slang), violent, raging, frenzied, manic, enraged, uncontrollable, rabid, amok, maniacal, barro (Australian, slang), off the air (Australian, slang), porangi (New Zealand) Additional synonymsDefinition sarcastic This was the most biting criticism made against her. Synonyms sarcastic, cutting, sharp, severe, stinging, withering, scathing, acrimonious, incisive, virulent, caustic, vitriolic, trenchant, mordant, mordacious Definition taking pleasure in bloodshed or violence this bloodthirsty killer Synonyms cruel, savage, brutal, vicious, ruthless, ferocious, murderous, heartless, inhuman, merciless, cut-throat, remorseless, warlike, barbarous, pitilessa cool, blustery day Synonyms gusty, wild, violent, stormy, windy, tempestuous, inclement, squally, blusterous Definition deliberately causing pain without pity They should spend a long time in jail to reflect on their cruel acts.the persecution of prisoners by cruel captors Synonyms brutal, ruthless, callous, sadistic, inhumane, hard, fell (archaic), severe, harsh, savage, grim, vicious, relentless, murderous, monstrous, unnatural, unkind, heartless, atrocious, inhuman, merciless, cold-blooded, malevolent, hellish (informal), depraved, spiteful, brutish, bloodthirsty, remorseless, barbarous, pitiless, unfeeling, sanguinary, hard-hearted, stony-hearted, implacableShe levelled a deadly look at him. Synonyms hard, fierce, harsh, cruel, savage, brutal, grim, stern, ruthless, ferocious, unrelenting, merciless, implacable, barbarous, pitiless, unfeeling, unmerciful, unpitying Definition unbearably painful I was in excruciating pain. Synonyms agonizing, acute, severe, extreme, burning, violent, intense, piercing, racking, searing, tormenting, exquisite, harrowing, unbearable, insufferable, torturous, unendurableDefinition of a high or the highest degree or intensity people living in extreme poverty Synonyms great, high, highest, greatest, worst, supreme, acute, severe, maximum, intense, ultimate, utmost, mother of all (informal), uttermostDefinition resulting in death She had suffered a fatal heart attack. Synonyms lethal, deadly, mortal, causing death, final, killing, terminal, destructive, malignant, incurable, pernicious (formal) Definition savagely fierce or cruel By its nature a lion is ferocious. Synonyms fierce, violent, savage, ravening, predatory, feral, rapacious, wildDefinition very aggressive or angry the teeth of some fierce animal Synonyms ferocious, wild, dangerous, cruel, savage, brutal, aggressive, menacing, vicious, fiery, murderous, uncontrollable, feral, untamed, barbarous, fell (archaic), threatening, baleful, truculent, tigerish, aggers (Australian, slang), biffo (Australian, slang) Additional synonymsDefinition intense or strong Two climbers were trapped by a fierce storm. Synonyms stormy, strong, powerful, violent, intense, raging, furious, howling, uncontrollable, boisterous, tumultuous, tempestuous, blustery, inclementDefinition burning with flames A group followed carrying flaming torches. Synonyms burning, blazing, fiery, ignited, red, brilliant, raging, glowing, red-hot, ablaze, in flames, afireDefinition effective This is a forceful argument for joining them. Synonyms powerful, strong, convincing, effective, compelling, persuasive, weighty, pithy, cogent, tellingDefinition involving physical force forcible resettlement of villagers Synonyms violent, armed, aggressive, compulsory, drastic, coercive Definition violent or unrestrained, such as in speed or energy A furious gunbattle ensued. Synonyms violent, wild, intense, fierce, savage, turbulent, stormy, agitated, boisterous, tumultuous, vehement, unrestrained, tempestuous, impetuous, ungovernableDefinition forceful I gave the chair a hard push and it toppled backwards. Synonyms forceful, strong, powerful, driving, heavy, sharp, violent, smart, tremendous, fierce, vigorous, heftyDefinition unkind and showing no understanding He said many harsh and unkind things. Synonyms hard, sharp, severe, bitter, cruel, stern, unpleasant, abusive, unkind, pitiless, unfeelingDefinition forceful and vigorous Lambert gave him a hefty shove to send him on his way. Synonyms forceful, heavy, powerful, vigorous (slang) Definition capable of causing death a lethal dose of sleeping pills Synonyms deadly, terminal, fatal, deathly, dangerous, devastating, destructive, mortal, murderous, poisonous, toxic, virulent, pernicious (formal), noxious, banefula series of murderous attacks Synonyms deadly, savage, brutal, destructive, fell (archaic), bloody, devastating, cruel, lethal, withering, ferocious, cut-throat, bloodthirsty, barbarous, internecine, death-dealing, sanguinaryAdditional synonymsDefinition tasting of pepper A crisp green salad with a few peppery radishes. Synonyms hot, fiery, spicy, pungent, highly seasoned, piquantDefinition feeling no pity or mercy He saw the pitiless eyes of his enemy. Synonyms merciless, ruthless, heartless, harsh, cruel, brutal, relentless, callous, inhuman, inexorable, implacable, unsympathetic, cold-blooded, uncaring, unfeeling, cold-hearted, unmerciful, hardhearted Inside, she was raging. Synonyms furious, mad (informal), raving, fuming, frenzied, infuriated, incensed, enraged, seething, fizzing (Scottish), incandescent, foaming at the mouth, fit to be tied (slang), boiling mad (informal), beside yourself, doing your nut (British, slang), off the air (Australian, slang) raging seas Synonyms stormy, strong, wild, violent, turbulent, tempestuousDefinition harsh or sharp I was a bit rough with you this morning. Synonyms harsh, tough, sharp, severe, nasty, cruel, rowdy, curt, unfeelingDefinition thorough and forceful, regardless of effect a ruthless totalitarian power Synonyms merciless, hard, severe, fierce, harsh, cruel, savage, brutal, stern, relentless, adamant, ferocious, callous, heartless, unrelenting, inhuman, inexorable, remorseless, barbarous, pitiless, unfeeling, hard-hearted, without pity, unmerciful, unpitying Definition rude, crude, and violent This was a savage and needless attack. Synonyms cruel, brutal, vicious, bloody, fierce, harsh, beastly (informal), ruthless, ferocious, murderous, ravening, sadistic, inhuman, merciless, diabolical, brutish, devilish, bloodthirsty, barbarous, pitiless, bestialDefinition wild and untamed a strange and savage animal encountered at the zoo Synonyms wild, fierce, ferocious, unbroken, feral, untamed, undomesticated Definition causing discomfort by its harshness He woke up blinded and in severe pain. Synonyms acute, extreme, intense, burning, violent, piercing, racking, searing, tormenting, exquisite, harrowing, unbearable, excruciating, agonizing, insufferable, torturous, unendurableDefinition great in degree or intensity A strong current seemed to be moving the whole boat. Synonyms forceful, powerful, intense, vigorousAdditional synonymsDefinition committed or fervent Having strong unrequited feelings for someone is hard. Synonyms intense, deep, passionate, ardent, fierce, profound, forceful, fervent, deep-rooted, vehement, fervid Definition concentrated strong aftershave Synonyms pungent, powerful, concentrated, pure, undiluted, industrial-strength (humorous) Definition extremely emotional or passionate the couple's tempestuous relationship Synonyms passionate, intense, turbulent, heated, wild, excited, emotional, violent, flaming, hysterical, stormy, impassioned, uncontrolled, boisterous, feverishDefinition violent or stormy adverse winds and tempestuous weather Synonyms stormy, turbulent, inclement, raging, windy, boisterous, blustery, gusty, squally, furiousDefinition unruly, noisy, or excited Delegates greeted the news with tumultuous applause. Synonyms wild, excited, riotous, unrestrained, violent, raging, disorderly, fierce, passionate, noisy, restless, unruly, rowdy, boisterous, full-on (informal), lawless, vociferous, rumbustious, uproarious, obstreperous, clamorousDefinition (of water or air) full of violent unpredictable currents I had to have a boat that could handle turbulent seas. Synonyms stormy, rough, raging, tempestuous, boiling, disordered, furious, unsettled, foaming, unstable, agitated, tumultuous, choppy, blusteryDefinition (of a person) wild and unmanageable in behaviour When he lost his temper, he was uncontrollable. Synonyms unmanageable, violent, strong, wild, mad, furious, frantic, irresistible, carried away, unruly, irrepressible, ungovernable, beside yourself, like one possessed Definition (of an emotion) not able to be controlled or restrained He was filled with an ungovernable rage. Synonyms uncontrollable, wild, unrestrainable Definition (of actions or gestures) performed with great force or energy There has been widespread and vehement condemnation of the attack. Synonyms strong, fierce, forceful, earnest, powerful, violent, intense, flaming, eager, enthusiastic, passionate, ardent, emphatic, fervent, impassioned, zealous, forcible, fervid Definition (of an animal) fierce or hostile He suffered a vicious attack by a group of gang members. Synonyms savage, brutal, violent, bad, dangerous, foul, cruel, ferocious, monstrous, vile, atrocious, diabolical, heinous, abhorrent, barbarous, fiendishAdditional synonymsDefinition stormy or violent The recent wild weather has caused millions of pounds' worth of damage. Synonyms stormy, violent, rough, intense, raging, furious, howling, choppy, tempestuous, blusteryDefinition lacking restraint or control The angry crowd became quite wild and agitated. Synonyms uncontrolled, violent, rough, disorderly, noisy, chaotic, turbulent, wayward, unruly, rowdy, boisterous, lawless, unfettered, unbridled, riotous, unrestrained, unmanageable, impetuous, undisciplined, ungovernable, self-willed, uproarious |