Definition

The crime of forcing someone to engage in sexual acts against their will, often involving violence or coercion.

Example

The legal system must take strong measures to prevent and punish rape.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the plant called rape?

Yeah, I think it's used for oil production, right?

Exactly! It's quite interesting how it's grown and harvested.

I should look into it more; it seems very useful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To force someone to engage in sexual acts against their will, often involving violence or coercion.

Example

The crime of rape is taken very seriously by the law.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about that ancient city they discovered recently?

Yeah, I read that they found artifacts where invaders would rape the land of its resources.

It's crazy to think about how history can be so brutal.

Root Explanation

The word 'rape' originates from the Latin 'rapere' (meaning to seize or carry off). It describes the act of seizing or taking someone against their will.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word 'rapere' which means to 'seize' — this helps you remember that 'rape' refers to the act of seizing someone against their will.

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