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violento(
byoh
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lehn
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toh
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (rough)
Me da miedo jugar a un deporte violento como el rugby.I'm too scared to play a violent game like rugby.
2. (aggressive)
a. violent
Yo no intentaría hacer enojar a Roberto. Es un hombre colérico y violento.I wouldn't try to make Roberto angry. He's a choleric and violent man.
3. (passionate)
a. vehement
El dictador dio un discurso violento y animado para motivar a las masas.The dictator delivered a vehement and rousing speech to motivate the masses.
4. (uneasy)
a. awkward
Fue violento estar presente mientras ellos discutían.It was awkward to be there while they were arguing.
b. uncomfortable
Abrí la billetera y no tenía dinero para pagar. Fue una situación violenta.I opened my wallet and didn't have any money to pay. It was an uncomfortable situation.
c. embarrassing
A la oradora se le corrió la peluca mientras estaba hablando. Fue un poco violento.The speaker's wig slipped off while she was talking. It was a bit embarrassing.
5. (sudden) (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
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