riot
Translation
riot, uprising, disturbance
Examples
A riot broke out after the football match.
A riot broke out after the football match.
The new law caused riots in the capital.
The new law caused riots in the capital.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) riot a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd A riot broke out after the match.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uprising, protest, disturbance
Etymology
From Old French `riote` (dispute, quarrel).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Righteous Outburst' turning into a 'Riot'.