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riot

[ˈraɪət]

riot Definition

  • 1a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd
  • 2an impressively large or varied display of something

Using riot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "riot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police were called in to control the riot.

  • Example

    The city was in chaos after the riots broke out.

  • Example

    The concert was a riot of color and sound.

  • Example

    The garden was a riot of colors in the spring.

riot Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for riot

Antonyms for riot

Idioms Using riot

  • to cause a commotion or disturbance

    Example

    The politician's remarks started a riot among the crowd.

  • a situation where there are many bright and vibrant colors

    Example

    The sunset was a riot of color, with shades of pink, orange, and purple.

  • a situation where there are many different sounds happening at once

    Example

    The busy street was a riot of sound, with cars honking, people talking, and music playing.

Phrases with riot

  • a stern warning that if unacceptable behavior does not cease, severe consequences will follow

    Example

    The teacher read the students the riot act when they continued to misbehave in class.

  • a riot caused by hunger and desperation due to lack of food

    Example

    The government had to intervene to prevent a food riot from breaking out in the city.

  • a situation where people are laughing uncontrollably

    Example

    The comedian's jokes caused a riot of laughter in the audience.

Origins of riot

from Latin 'ryota', meaning 'noise, uproar'

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Summary: riot in Brief

The term 'riot' [ˈraɪət] refers to a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd, or an impressive display of something. It can be used to describe both chaotic events like 'The police were called in to control the riot,' and colorful displays like 'The garden was a riot of colors in the spring.' Phrases like 'riot act' and idioms like 'start a riot' are also common.

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