Domestic Violence (Noun)
Meaning
Violence or physical abuse directed toward your spouse or domestic partner or other members of a household.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The shelter provided a safe haven for women and children fleeing domestic violence in their homes.
- Domestic violence often goes unreported due to the victim's fear of retaliation from their abuser.
- The authorities took immediate action to protect the victim of domestic violence and arrest the perpetrator.
- Domestic violence can take many forms, including emotional and psychological abuse, in addition to physical harm.
- The support group helped survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives and regain their confidence.