violently

violently
(Roget's IV) modif.
1. [Characterized by violent actions]
Syn. destructively, forcibly, forcefully, combatively, powerfully, strongly, coercively, flagrantly, outrageously, overwhelmingly, compellingly, disturbingly, turbulently, stormily, ruinously, stubbornly, with violence, in a violent manner, abruptly, noisily, with a vengeance, like fury, rebelliously, riotously; see also fiercely , vigorously .
Ant. peacefully*, quietly, weakly.
2. [Characterized by violent emotions]
Syn. furiously, angrily, vehemently, frantically, fiercely, hysterically, hilariously, passionately, urgently, madly, frenziedly, ardently, enthusiastically, impulsively.
Ant. mildly*, gently, undisturbedly.

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