A violent or chaotic disturbance of the peace by a crowd
“In a panic, a few of the soldiers opened fire, triggering a riot.”
A state of chaos or disorder
“By this time, Woodstock had turned into a complete riot with fans destroying 12 trailers, many vendor tents, delay towers, ATMs, and more.”
A revolt against authority
“Thousands of farmers began to riot against unfair debt and property laws.”
A violent or hostile confrontation between two parties
“Relations between the communities hit rock bottom following a riot between the two groups.”
An impressively large or varied display of something
“The coffee shop was a riot of smells, people and noise.”
Someone or something that is highly funny or entertaining
“The food was great and the show was a riot. Everyone in our group agreed this was the funnest night of our trip.”
Joyful or riotous merrymaking
“Sunday in some parts of the world, and in some places in the United States, is made a day of feasting, revelry and riot.”
A playful, funny, and typically extroverted person
A formal evening party
A peaceful form of protest in which people occupy an area and refuse to leave
A very fun or amusing time
A laugh or cry indicating amusement or hilarity
Hilarious or uproarious person or situation
Something very funny
A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something
A large crowd of people, especially one that is disorderly and intent on causing trouble or violence
To behave in a wild or violent manner, typically in protest
“Protestors began to riot after the police reportedly beat monks engaged in a peaceful protest.”
To revolt against authority
“The disturbances in Toledo started as a riot in protest against an unfair tax.”
To revel or behave in an extremely merry and boisterous manner
“The town allowed the elaborately costumed revelers to party and riot until they literally dropped.”
To disregard the rules and refuse to conform
Ridiculous, often to the point of being funny
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