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Nonviolent A person or thing that does not use physical force to achieve their goals. Nonviolent people are peaceful and calm, even in the face of adversity. They believe that violence only begets more violence, and that it is better to solve problems through peaceful means.  ■ "I tried to reason with him, but he was too stubborn and kept pushing my buttons until I snapped and threw a punch. It's a shame because he could have solved the problem nonviolently if he had just listened to me."

assault¹ A sudden and violent attack, especially with physical violence.  ■After losing his temper, the chef lunged at the counter and assaulted it with his knife.

assaults¹ To attack with violence or force.  ■ "She assaulted me with a banana peel!"

Atrocities Acts of extreme wickedness or evil, typically involving violence and suffering.  ■ "The atrocities committed by the regime during the war were truly horrific. I still can't believe people could do such things to each other."

Attacker A person who tries to harm or defeat another person, organization, or thing by using violence or other means.  ■ "The attacker was caught trying to steal the victim's phone."

attacking A fierce and determined assault, often involving physical violence or verbal abuse.  ■ "I was attacked by a group of angry protesters while I was just trying to have a peaceful protest."

brutally Adverb meaning with great force or violence.  ■ "I brutally insulted my friend, but he didn't seem to mind."

coerce To force someone to do something against their will by using intimidation or violence.  ■ "The boss tried to coerce me into working overtime, but I stood my ground and refused."

Gangsters A group of people who are highly organized, dedicated to illegal activities and known for their violence.  ■ "The gangsters in this town are so ruthless, they'll stop at nothing to get what they want."

gore A term used to describe a gruesome or disturbing scene or image, often involving blood and violence.  ■ My friend accidentally gored himself on his favorite cheese knife while trying to impress his girlfriend.

gory adj. Something that is extremely frightening, shocking, or disturbing, often involving violence or death.  ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on the gory shirt I was wearing."

Hooligans A group of rowdy, mischievous people who are often associated with violence and destruction.  ■ The hooligans were causing chaos in the streets, throwing rocks and bottles at passing cars.

Invaded To have one's home or territory taken over by an enemy, often with violence and destruction.  ■ "When the aliens invaded Earth, they didn't just take over our cities, they took over our sense of humor too!

mayhem A state of complete disorder and chaos, often characterized by violence and destruction.  ■ "The crowd went into a frenzy and started causing mayhem in the city center."

militia A group of untrained and armed individuals who believe they have the right to use violence to achieve their goals.  ■ "The militia took over the town and demanded that everyone surrender their weapons."

peacefully To be calm and quiet, without any disturbances or violence.  ■ John peacefully finished his homework and went to bed early.

perpetrated To commit an act of violence or cruelty, typically with the intention of causing harm.  ■ "He perpetrated the most heinous crime in the history of this city."

purge A violent and bloody expulsion of all members of a particular group, usually associated with a totalitarian regime.  ■ "The government's decision to purge all political opponents has led to widespread violence and human rights abuses."

Ravage To destroy or devastate something with great force or violence.  ■ After the hurricane ravaged their town, the residents were forced to flee their homes.

Reds A term used to describe a person who is fiercely loyal to the Communist ideology and party.  ■ "The Reds in power were determined to suppress dissent and silence any opposition, even if it meant using violence."

Riot A wild and uncontrolled party, often involving violence and destruction.  ■ "The crowd went wild during the music festival and started a riot. The police were called in to break up the chaos."

robber An individual who steals or attempts to steal something, often using violence.  ■ "I was robbed at gunpoint while on vacation in Paris. It was such a bummer."

Severed A state of being cut off, typically as a result of violence or trauma.  ■ "His arm was severed from the rest of his body during the battle. He tried to shake it off but couldn't."

Temper A sudden and violent outburst of anger, often characterized by loud shouting and physical violence.  ■ "John had a short temper and was quick to lose his cool when things didn't go his way."

terrorism The practice of inflicting fear, pain, and suffering on innocent people through the use of violence and other means.  ■ "I'm not a terrorist, I'm just trying to get you to do your homework."

Terrorists A group of people who use fear and violence to achieve their goals.  ■ The terrorists blew up the airport, causing chaos and terror for thousands of innocent bystanders.

terrorize To make someone extremely frightened, often through the use of violence or intimidation.  ■ "The clown terrorized the children by jumping out and making loud noises."

thugs A group of people who are very rough and tough, often associated with violence and intimidation.  ■ The thugs stormed the bank and demanded that everyone give them all their money or face serious consequences.

warring To engage in a battle between two or more parties, usually involving violence and conflict.  ■ "Despite their differences, the two nations have been warring for decades and show no signs of stopping anytime soon."

Weapons Noun: A means of causing harm or injury to someone or something, often by using violence.  ■ John accidentally shot himself with his own set of weapons while trying to change the bullets.

bandit A person who robs others and uses violence or intimidation to do so. They often wear masks and operate in groups.  ■ "The bandits stole my wallet and laptop, but I wasn't afraid because they were just a bunch of clowns."

Conflict A situation where two or more people or groups have opposing ideas, interests, or needs, resulting in tension and often violence.  ■ "John and Sarah couldn't agree on whether to watch a movie or go out for pizza, and their disagreement escalated into a full-blown conflict that left them both with indigestion."

Disciples A group of followers who are devoted to a particular leader or cause, and are willing to do whatever it takes to support and promote their beliefs.  ■ "The disciples of the great guru were known for their unwavering loyalty and commitment to spreading the word of their enlightened master. They would go to great lengths to recruit new members, including using mind control techniques and even resorting to violence when necessary."

extorting The act of demanding payment, goods, or services from someone under threat of violence or other coercion. However, in this case, we're talking about a comedic take on the word.  ■ "I accidentally dropped my phone and had to extort my roommate to buy me a new one."

mafia A group of people who are involved in organized crime and use violence to get what they want.  ■ "I heard the mafia was behind the bank heist, but they didn't leave any fingerprints. Guess they're really good at being sneaky."

Savages A group of people who are so uncivilized and barbaric that they lack even the most basic social norms and have a propensity for violence.  ■ "I can't believe we forgot to invite the savages to our party. They would have been a real hit!"

vicious adjective:, 1. Of or given to cruelty and violence., 2. Extremely hostile, aggressive or bitter., 3. Very dangerous, especially due to the presence of predators or other hazards.  ■ "The vicious cat attacked me without warning!, "He was so vicious during the argument that I had to leave the room., "Don't go into the woods alone, it's too vicious out there.