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violently

adverb

  1. using force, causing harm
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈvaɪ(ə)ləntli/

adv

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

  1. In a violent manner.
  2. To an intense degree; extremely; strongly; intensely.

    I found myself violently disagreeing with him.

    Arthur started to choke violently on his drink.