Pronunciation: /reɪp/
noun the unlawful act of sexual intercourse or sexual penetration against a person without their consent
A1 Rape is a serious crime.
A2 She was a victim of rape.
B1 The rape of the environment is a growing concern.
B2 The documentary shed light on the issue of marital rape.
C1 The artist's controversial piece explores themes of power and rape culture.
C2 The novel delves deep into the psychological impact of rape on survivors.
verb to commit the act of sexual assault or penetration against a person without their consent
A1 She was afraid to walk alone at night because she heard stories of people getting raped.
A2 The police arrested the suspect for allegedly attempting to rape a woman in the park.
B1 The court found the defendant guilty of rape and sentenced him to ten years in prison.
B2 The organization works to raise awareness about the prevalence of date rape on college campuses.
C1 The documentary explores the psychological impact of rape on survivors and their journey to healing.
C2 The novel delves into the complex societal issues surrounding rape culture and the challenges faced by victims seeking justice.
formal The suspect was charged with rape and is awaiting trial.
informal I can't believe she was a victim of rape, it's so terrible.
slang Some people use the term 'date rape' to describe non-consensual sexual activity.
figurative The company's decision to merge felt like a corporate rape of our independence.
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