Vocabulary Entry

riot

|noun • verb

noun

A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.

Example Sentences

"A riot broke out in the city center after the controversial decision."

"Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd during the riot."

"The protest escalated into a riot, causing significant damage to property."

verb

Example Sentences

"The students began to riot after their demands were ignored."

"Crowds rioted for three consecutive days following the announcement."

"To riot is to express extreme dissatisfaction with the current situation."