Meaning & Definition of word "Revolt"

Revolt

/rɪˈvoʊlt/

noun:

  • 1. an organized and usually violent act of rebellion against an established government or authority.
    • Example: The revolt resulted in a change of leadership in the country.
  • 2. a feeling of intense disgust or repugnance.
    • Example: She felt a revolt against the idea of compromising her values.

verb:

  • 1. to rise up against authority, control, or tradition, typically in a violent or active way.
    • Example: The citizens decided to revolt against the oppressive regime.
  • 2. to cause someone to feel disgust or shock.
    • Example: The gruesome details of the crime revolted her.

Etymology

Middle English 'revolten', from Old French 'revolter', from Latin 'revolvere', meaning 'to roll back'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

revolt against authority:

to resist or refuse to obey those in power.

popular revolt:

a rebellion by ordinary people, often against political leaders.

revolt of the masses:

a large-scale uprising by a significant number of people.

Related Words

rebellion:

an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler.

insurrection:

a violent uprising against an authority or government.

revolution:

a forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system.

Slang Meanings of revolt

Meaning: Break free from the system

Example Sentence: He's always talking about revolting and doing his own thing.

Meaning: Turn against the man

Example Sentence: The band’s new song is all about revolting against the man.