violence
gb/vˈaɪələns/ us/vˈaɪələns/
B1
English
~ 1800
erőszak, hevesség, pusztító erő
NOUN
B1
1
erőszak
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] uses violence against [someone/something]
The protest remained peaceful until a small group began using violence.
A tüntetés békés maradt, amíg egy kis csoport erőszakhoz nem folyamodott.
The movie contains scenes of graphic violence.
A filmben nyíltan ábrázolt erőszakos jelenetek vannak.
Authorities are working to reduce gang violence in the city.
He was arrested for committing an act of violence against his neighbor.
Learner examples
Violence is a problem in some cities.
Az erőszak problémát jelent egyes városokban.
The man used violence to take the money.
A férfi erőszakot alkalmazott, hogy elvegye a pénzt.
They want to stop violence in schools.
Violence can hurt many people.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'violence' with 'violation'. 'Violation' means breaking a rule or law, not necessarily using physical force.
Meaning
use of physical force to harm
Collocations
domestic violence
|violent crime
|acts of violence
|violence against women
|erupt into violence
Synonyms
brutality (Emphasizes extreme cruelty and savagery in the use of force.)
|
aggression (Focuses more on hostile behavior, not always physical.)
Antonyms
peace (A state without conflict or physical harm.)
|
nonviolence (The principle of avoiding physical force to resolve conflicts.)
Themes
crime
|conflict
|law
|health
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When someone uses physical force to hurt people or damage things.
The use of physical force with the intention of injuring, damaging, or killing someone or something.
NOUN
B2
2
hevesség
B2
pusztító erő
B2
The violence of the hurricane destroyed hundreds of homes.
A hurrikán pusztító ereje több száz otthont lerombolt.
He slammed the door with unexpected violence.
Váratlan hevességgel csapta be az ajtót.
They were shocked by the sheer violence of her reaction.
Learner examples
The violence of the wind broke the tree.
A szél ereje kettétörte a fát.
He spoke with violence in his voice.
Heves indulat érződött a hangjában, amikor beszélt.
The violence of the waves sank the boat.
Meaning
extreme force or intensity
Collocations
the violence of the storm
|with sudden violence
|violence of the explosion
Synonyms
fury (Emphasizes intense, uncontrolled power, often emotional or natural.)
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ferocity (Highlights wild and savage intensity.)
Antonyms
calm (A lack of force, movement, or disturbance.)
Themes
nature
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very strong and dangerous force, like in a storm or an angry reaction.
Extreme and destructive force, often referring to natural phenomena or strong emotions.
Grammar
Dictionary form
violence
IPA
GB/vˈaɪələns/
US/vˈaɪələns/
Syllables & stress
vi - ol - ence (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (vi)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: violence
- Plural: violence
Word family
Expressions
break out in violence
1/bɹˈeɪk ˈaʊt ˈɪn vˈaɪələns/
fixed phrase
suddenly become violent
To suddenly start fighting or hurting people.
Examples
- The peaceful protest broke out in violence after dark.
- Violence broke out in several parts of the city.
erupt into violence
1/ɪɹˈʌpt ˈɪntu vˈaɪələns/
fixed phrase
quickly become violent
To suddenly change from being calm to fighting or hurting people.
Examples
- The meeting erupted into violence when tempers flared.
- The game erupted into violence after a foul call.
escalate into violence
1/ˈɛskəlˌeɪt ˈɪntu vˈaɪələns/
fixed phrase
conflict grows violent
When an argument or problem becomes violent over time.
Examples
- The argument escalated into violence before police arrived.
- What began as a disagreement escalated into violence.
turn to violence
1/tˈɚn tə vˈaɪələns/
fixed phrase
resort to violent action
To decide to use force to get what you want or solve a problem.
Examples
- When negotiations failed, some protesters turned to violence.
- He never turns to violence, preferring peaceful solutions.
domestic violence
1/dəmˈɛstɪk vˈaɪələns/
fixed phrase
Abuse within a household or family relationship
Violence or bad treatment between people in the same family or home, often between partners.
Examples
- Domestic violence is a serious crime that affects millions worldwide.
- The organization provides support for victims of domestic violence.
- The shelter provides support for survivors of domestic violence.
- Domestic violence is a serious crime that can happen in any community.