noun
- people who take part in a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd
Usage: plural of rioter
Examples
- The rioters broke windows and overturned cars in the downtown area.
- Police used tear gas to disperse the rioters.
- Several rioters were arrested after the violent demonstration.
- The rioters clashed with law enforcement officers.
- Store owners boarded up their windows to protect against rioters.
- The mayor called for calm as rioters gathered in the streets.