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violently

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈvaɪəɫəntɫi// UK //vˈaɪələntli// vi·o·lent·ly

adv. with a lot of physical force that is meant to hurt or damage something. It can also describe a very strong or sudden reaction, like shaking or being sick.

adv. in a manner involving great physical force, often intended to cause injury or destruction; alternatively, used to describe an intense, sudden, or uncontrolled physical reaction.


SIMPLE

The wind blew so violently that the old tree fell down.

CONTEXTUAL

The protesters reacted violently when the police tried to clear the square, leading to several arrests.

COMPLEX

The ship rocked violently as the storm intensified, forcing the crew to secure all loose equipment before the waves could wash anything overboard.

Antonyms
Origin

From Middle English violently; equivalent to violent + -ly.

Usage

Typically follows the verb it modifies or the direct object.

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