violent
US /ˈvaɪələnt/
・UK /ˈvaɪələnt/
A2
adjective
- Involving or caused by the use of force, especially physical force
- Characterized by the use of violence; prone to violence.
- Caused by or resulting from violence.
- Expressing or characterized by strong or destructive force
- Using or involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something.
- Involving great force or energy.
- Done with force; likely to produce physical damage
Examples
The film is contrived, sentimental and gratuitously violent.
He was violent towards his wife on several occasions.