Violemment (en. Violently)
/vjɔ.lɛ.mɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adverb
With great force, marked intensity.
He was violently struck by the wind.
Il a été violemment frappé par le vent.
In a way that provokes a strong emotion or reaction.
She violently challenged this decision.
Elle a violemment contesté cette décision.
Abruptly or disorderly.
The children fell violently to the ground.
Les enfants sont tombés violemment au sol.
Etymology
From Old French 'violamment', derived from 'violence'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to beat violently
To hit or attack with great force.
battre violemment
to react violently
To react in a very intense or emotional manner.
réagir violemment
to fight violently
To engage in a struggle or fight with a lot of intensity.
se battre violemment
Related Words
violence
Use of force to injure or damage.
violence
violent
Characterized by violence.
violent
brutality
The quality of being brutal, violent, or inhumane.
brutalité
Slang Meanings
In a very intense way, often used to describe an extreme situation or reaction.
He won the competition violently!
Il a remporté la compétition violemment !
With a lot of emphasis, often exaggerated.
She violently criticized her ex.
Elle a violemment critiqué son ex.