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- pronunciation:
- rih
volt
- parts of speech:
- intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
inflections: |
revolts, revolting, revolted |
definition 1: |
to enter into active and usu. violent opposition against an established authority or political system.
When bread was scarce and the burden of taxes became unbearable, the citizens revolted.- synonyms:
- mutiny, rise
- similar words:
- rebel
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definition 2: |
to show a rebellious attitude or act in a rebellious manner.
If you attempt to control your son's every move, he will revolt.- synonyms:
- rebel
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related words: |
riot |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
definition: |
to cause to experience disgust or shock; repel or repulse.
The dignitaries were revolted by the conditions in the refugee camp.Their attitude towards women revolts me.- synonyms:
- appall, disgust, horrify, nauseate, repel, shock, sicken
- similar words:
- offend
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related words: |
shock |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a rebellion against an established authority, esp. the state.
The army put an end to the revolt.- synonyms:
- coup, insurgency, insurrection, mutiny, rebellion, revolution, uprising
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definition 2: |
the state or condition of those engaged in rebellion.
The whole country is in revolt.- synonyms:
- defiance, rebellion
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related words: |
mutiny, overthrow, treachery, treason |
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