noun
- a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd
- an unrestrained outburst or display
- something or someone wildly amusing
Usage: informal
verb
- to take part in a violent public disturbance
- to act without restraint or control
Examples
- The police used tear gas to disperse the riot.
- A riot broke out after the controversial verdict.
- The garden was a riot of colorful flowers.
- That comedian is an absolute riot!
- Students rioted in the streets demanding change.
- The children rioted through the house while their parents were away.
- The crowd began to riot when the concert was cancelled.