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violently

adv.
US //ˈvaɪəɫəntɫi// UK //vˈaɪələntli// vi·o·lent·ly
  1. 1 with physical force (adv.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    using a lot of physical force, often in a way that hurts someone or breaks something.

    with great physical force or aggression, often resulting in injury or damage.

    Example

    The wind blew so violently that it knocked down several old trees in the park.

    Example

    The protesters clashed violently with the security forces outside the embassy, resulting in several arrests and minor injuries on both sides.

  2. 2 extremely or suddenly (adv.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    very strongly or suddenly, often used for feelings or physical reactions like being sick.

    to an intense or extreme degree; often used to describe sudden physical reactions or powerful emotional shifts.

    Example

    He became violently ill after eating the spoiled seafood at the restaurant.

    Example

    She disagreed violently with the board's decision, arguing that the new policy would alienate their most loyal customers.

Origin

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

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