Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ultraviolent
Adjective
/ˌʌltrəˈvaɪlənt/
Definition
Referring to acts of extreme violence or brutality, often associated with media or art that depicts such behaviors.
Examples
- The movie was criticized for its ultraviolent scenes that shocked many viewers.
- Some video games have been labeled as ultraviolent due to their graphic nature.
Meaning
The term ultraviolent combines ‘ultra’ meaning ‘extreme’ or ‘beyond’, with ‘violent’, describing actions or representations that are excessively brutal or graphic.
Synonyms
- Brutal
- Excessively violent
- Savage
- Fierce
