Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A violent crime involving sexual assault or coercion against someone's will.
Rape
/reɪp/Synonyms:
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This word has no antonymsExamples:
Rape is a terrible crime against people.She spoke out about the rape on TV.
Etymology:
The term rape originates from the Latin word ‘rapere’ which means to seize or to take by force. In its historical usage, it referred to abduction and has evolved over time to signify sexual violence.
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