Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd, often involving destruction and disorder.
Riot
/ˈraɪət/Synonyms:
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Examples:
'I neyver heard such an insufferable riot.
Then the leaders of the riot ruined it for everyone.
"He thought there was a fire or a riot, I bet."
Etymology:
The term riot originates from the Old French word riote, meaning quarrel, noise, or uproar, which dates back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Latin word rupta, meaning broken or interrupted.
Usage Statistics:
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