Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
riot
noun
/ˈraɪ.ət/
Definition
A violent public disturbance involving a group of people.
Examples
- The city experienced a riot after the controversial decision was announced.
- Protests turned into a riot when tensions escalated.
- Authorities struggled to control the crowd during the riot.
Meaning
Riot refers to a situation where a crowd engages in disorderly and violent behaviors, often causing damage to property and creating chaos.
Synonyms
- uproar
- disturbance
- tumult
- unrest
- chaos
