Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
revolt
verb
/rɪˈvoʊlt/
Definition
to rise against authority or control; to rebel.
Examples
- The citizens decided to revolt against the oppressive regime.
- Many students began to revolt when the new policies were announced.
- The uprising was a revolt against years of injustice.
Meaning
Revolt refers to an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler.
Synonyms
- rebel
- uprise
- insurrection
- overthrow
- mutiny
