gewaltsam

Based on: Gewalt
Adverb
1.

violently, by means of violence

(Only for the idea of using violence. Not just doing something violently.)
Examples
  • Die Demonstranten wurden gewaltsam auseinandergetrieben.
  • The protesters were dispersed by means of violence.

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How many meanings does the German word 'gewaltsam' have?

gewaltsam has 1 distinct meaning: 1. violently, by means of violence.

What is 'gewaltsam' related to?

The word 'gewaltsam' is related to Gewalt.

Where can I learn more about 'gewaltsam'?

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