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One could argue that violence is, etymologically, purely psychological: it means transgressing one's intent or will. Harm would be the word for physical stuff.
by pyrale 8y ago
One could argue that violence is, etymologically, purely psychological: it means transgressing one's intent or will. Harm would be the word for physical stuff.
- nearbuy 8y agoThe current definition in Merriam-Webster is pretty much the opposite. Harm: physical or mental damage. Violence: the use of physical force so as to injure, abuse, damage, or destroy.