Definition of violent

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  • violent is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • violent is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • violent is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of violent

  • characterized by violence or bloodshed (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. crimson
    2. red
  • marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid (adjective)

    Examples

    1. violent passions

    Synonyms

    1. fierce
    2. tearing
    3. trigger-happy
    4. vehement
  • (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a violent clash of colors
    2. her dress was a violent red
    3. a violent noise

    Synonyms

    1. wild
  • acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a violent attack
    2. a violent person
    3. violent feelings
    4. a violent rage
    5. felt a violent dislike
  • effected by force or injury rather than natural causes (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a violent death

See definition of violent in Merriam Webster