riot
nounDefinition of riot
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 archaic
a
: profligate behavior : debauchery
b
: unrestrained revelry
c
: noise, uproar, or disturbance made by revelers
2a
: public violence, tumult, or disorder
b
: a violent public disorder
specifically
: a tumultuous disturbance of the public peace by three or more persons assembled together and acting with a common intent
3
: a random or disorderly profusion
the woods were a riot of color
4
: one that is wildly amusing
the new comedy is a riot
riot
verb
rioted;
rioting;
riots
Definition of riot (Entry 2 of 2)
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