Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

senseless-violence

Noun
/ˈsɛnsləs ˈvaɪələns/
Definition
Violence that lacks a clear purpose or reason, often resulting in harm to individuals or communities without justification.
Examples
  • The recent incidents of senseless violence in the city have left residents feeling unsafe.
  • Community leaders are organizing rallies to speak out against senseless violence.
  • Many are traumatized by the senseless violence that has plagued the neighborhood.
Meaning
Senseless violence refers to acts of aggression that appear arbitrary and unprovoked, causing suffering and chaos without a rational motive.
Synonyms
  • Random violence
  • Pointless violence
  • Unjustified aggression