This is the 669th most frequent Dutch word.
geweld
Violence.
Here 'geweld' refers to violence, emphasizing inappropriate physical force.
Het gebruik van geweld is in deze situatie onacceptabel.
The use of violence is unacceptable in this situation.
In this context, 'geweld' is used metaphorically to describe the force of nature, portraying its intensity.
De storm toonde zijn geweld tegen de kustlijn.
The storm showed its strength against the coastline.
In this sentence, 'geweld' is used to convey an overwhelming impression or powerful experience, often artistic or sensory.