There are 31 meanings listed in oed's entry for the word violent, six of which are labelled obsolete. See 'meaning & use' for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. Definition of violent adjective in oxford advanced learner's dictionary.

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. Something that's violent involves physical force or emotional intensity. If you hate violent movies, it means that you don't want to watch scenes of people being hurt or killed. Acting with or characterized by uncontrolled, strong, rough force.

Something that's violent involves physical force or emotional intensity. If you hate violent movies, it means that you don't want to watch scenes of people being hurt or killed. Acting with or characterized by uncontrolled, strong, rough force. See examples of violent used in a sentence. Using force to hurt or attack: Used to describe a situation or event in which people are. Learn more.

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