rape
word
/ˈɹeɪp/
rayp
/ɹˈeɪp/
rayp
Definition
Rape is the crime of forcing someone to have sex without their consent. It is a very serious and harmful act of sexual violence.
Usage & Nuances
This is a highly sensitive and formal legal word. It is used in news, law, medicine, and serious discussions; avoid casual use. Common phrases include 'rape victim', 'rape survivor', 'accused of rape', and 'report a rape'.
Spanish: violaciónPortuguese (BR): estuproPortuguese (PT): violação sexualChinese (Simplified): 强奸Chinese (Traditional): 強姦Hindi: बलात्कारArabic: اغتصابBengali: ধর্ষণRussian: изнасилованиеJapanese: レイプ - 強姦Vietnamese: hiếp dâmKorean: 강간Turkish: tecavüzUrdu: جنسی زیادتی - ریپIndonesian: pemerkosaan
Example Sentences
The law punishes rape severely.
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She reported the rape to the police.
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The court heard a rape case yesterday.
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The article discusses how rape cases are often underreported.
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He was arrested on suspicion of rape.
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Support services are available for people affected by rape.
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