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What is another word for Revolt? – 136 Revolt Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    rebellion uprising mutiny insurrection riot protest demonstration strike resistance defiance disobedience noncompliance unrest disorder turmoil commotion upheaval sedition subversion revolution coup putsch insurgency revoltment uprising tumult disturbance chaos anarchy lawlessness violence agitation militancy radicalism extremism activism.

    Meaning of Revolt

    The primary meaning of the word "revolt" is to take violent or drastic action against a government, authority, or situation.

    Definitions

    • A violent or drastic action taken against a government, authority, or situation: the people revolted against the corrupt regime
    • Feel strong disgust or distaste: she revolted at the thought of eating such a disgusting thing
    • To refuse to obey or comply with something: the soldiers revolted against their commander's orders

    Etymology of Revolt

    The word "revolt" comes from the Old French word "revolter", which is derived from the Latin words "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "volvere" (meaning "to turn" or "to roll"), and originally meant to turn away or turn back, later developing to mean to rise up in opposition or resistance.

    Example Uses

    • The people revolted against the government's decision to raise taxes without their consent.
    • The thought of eating such a disgusting thing revolted her.
    • The soldiers revolted against their commander's orders to attack the civilian village.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    compliance obedience submission conformity acquiescence cooperation loyalty allegiance devotion dedication commitment faithfulness steadfastness constancy stability order calmness tranquility peace harmony concord agreement consensus unity.

    Related Nouns

    revolution rebellion uprising insurrection mutiny riot protest demonstration strike resistance defiance disobedience noncompliance unrest disorder turmoil commotion upheaval sedition subversion coup putsch insurgency activism militancy radicalism extremism.

    Related Verbs

    rebel rise mutiny riot protest demonstrate strike resist defy disobey refuse oppose challenge confront clash fight battle revolt insurrect subvert overturn overthrow depose.

    Related Adjectives

    violent drastic radical extreme militant activist rebellious defiant disobedient noncompliant unruly disorderly turbulent chaotic anarchic lawless seditious subversive insurgent revolutionary reactionary conservative loyal obedient submissive compliant.