Riot ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Riot ( noun )

1. A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.
2. An outbreak of uncontrolled violence and disorder in a public place.
3. A large-scale demonstration of group dissent, typically marked by acts of violence or lawlessness.

Origin:

Late middle english (as a verb in the sense "revel, make merry"): from old french riote, from riote "revelry", of uncertain origin.

Examples:

1. The city was hit by riots.
2. The riots lasted for three days.
3. The riots were sparked by the police shooting.
4. The riots caused extensive damage.
5. The riots were quelled by the police.

(As a verb)

Riot ( verb )

1. A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.
2. An outbreak of uncontrolled violence and disorder in a public place.
3. A large-scale demonstration of group dissent, typically marked by acts of violence or lawlessness.

Origin:

Late middle english (as a verb in the sense "revel, make merry"): from old french riote, from riote "revelry", of uncertain origin.

Examples:

1. The city was hit by riots.
2. The riots lasted for three days.
3. The riots were sparked by the police shooting.
4. The riots caused extensive damage.
5. The riots were quelled by the police.