riot
Translation
riot, uprising, disorder
Examples
A riot broke out after the game.
A riot broke out after the game.
The police were called to control the riot.
The police were called to control the riot.
Grammar Patterns
a riot breaks out A riot broke out.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uprising, turmoil, unrest
Etymology
From Old French 'riote' meaning 'dispute, quarrel'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a crowd getting 'right out' of control, causing a disturbance.