Violently
/ˈvaɪələntli/
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- (adv.) In a manner involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill.
The protest turned violently aggressive, leading to multiple arrests.
- (adv.) In a manner that is intense or forceful, but not necessarily physical.
The contract was violently opposed by one of the parties during negotiations.
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Commentary
As an adverb, 'violently' describes the manner of an action involving force or intensity, often relevant in contexts of assault, coercion, or forceful conduct in legal analysis.
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