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violence

The correct spelling is violence.

How to pronounce violence

/ˈvaɪləns/
noun

IPA: /ˈvaɪləns/

Say it like: Vio-len-se

The correct spelling is violence. Extreme force. For example: "The violence of the storm, fortunately, was more awesome than destructive."

Usage Examples

The violence of the storm, fortunately, was more awesome than destructive.

We try to avoid violence in resolving conflicts.

Violence between the government and the rebels continues.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Extreme force.
  2. 2.Action which causes destruction, pain, or suffering.
  3. 3.Widespread fighting.
  4. 4.Injustice, wrong.
  5. 5.Ravishment; rape; violation

verb

  1. 1.To subject to violence.

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