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Meaning of riot

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

riot

Pronunciation:/ˈɹaɪ.ət/

noun

Definitions

  1. Wanton or unrestrained behavior; uproar; tumult.

  2. The tumultuous disturbance of the public peace by an unlawful assembly of three or more persons in the execution of some private object.

  3. A wide and unconstrained variety.

    Example: In summer this flower garden is a riot of colour.

  4. Excessive and expensive feasting; wild and loose festivity; revelry.

verb

Definitions

  1. To create or take part in a riot; to raise an uproar or sedition.

    Example: The nuclear protesters rioted outside the military base.

  2. To act in an unrestrained or wanton manner; to indulge in excess of feasting, luxury, etc.

  3. To cause to riot; to throw into a tumult.

  4. To annoy.