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Rioting: meaning, definitions and examples

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rioting

 

[ หˆraษชษ™tษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

public unrest

Rioting refers to a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd of people. It typically involves looting, vandalism, and other criminal activities. Rioting often occurs in response to social or political issues, and can result in property damage, injuries, and even loss of life.

Synonyms

disturbance, unrest, violence

Examples of usage

  • The city experienced widespread rioting after the controversial court decision.
  • Rioting broke out in the streets following the announcement of the election results.
Context #2 | Verb

engaging in violent behavior as part of a crowd

To riot means to participate in violent and disorderly behavior as part of a group. People may riot as a form of protest, anger, or frustration. Riots can escalate quickly and have serious consequences for both individuals and communities.

Synonyms

demonstrate, protest, revolt

Examples of usage

  • The protestors began rioting after the police arrived on the scene.
  • The fans rioted in the stadium after their team lost the championship.

Translations

Translations of the word "rioting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น motim

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเค‚เค—เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Aufstand

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerusuhan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะบะพะปะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zamieszki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆšดๅ‹• (ใผใ†ใฉใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉmeute

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ motรญn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท isyan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํญ๋™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุบุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nepokoje

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nepokoj

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆšดๅŠจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nemiri

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ uppreisn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฏะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒแƒฎแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iฤŸtiลŸaลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ motรญn

Etymology

The word 'rioting' originated from the Middle English word 'ryot,' meaning 'debauchery' or 'riot.' The term evolved over time to refer to public disturbances and violent uprisings. Riots have been a part of human history for centuries, often associated with social, political, or economic tensions. The act of rioting has been both condemned and praised, depending on the context and perspective.

See also: riot, riotous.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,061, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.