Rioting

/ˈraɪətɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.

The city was in chaos after the rioting broke out following the controversial verdict.

The act of engaging in violent public protests.

Rioting erupted across multiple neighborhoods as citizens expressed their anger.

A period of disturbed public order, often involving vandalism or destruction.

Authorities declared a state of emergency after two nights of rioting.

verb

Present participle of riot; to engage in or cause a riot.

The protesters were rioting in response to the oppressive measures imposed by the government.

Middle English riyten, from Old French rioter, perhaps from riote, meaning a quarrel or dispute.

riot control

The measures taken by law enforcement to manage a riot.

race riots

Riots that occur as a result of racial tensions.

food riots

Public disturbances caused by the high price or lack of food.

riot

A violent public disturbance.

protest

A statement or action expressing disapproval.

civil unrest

Public disorder caused by a disagreement with government policies.

Going off the rails

The party turned into a rioting scene when people started going off the rails.

Going crazy

Everyone was going crazy, rioting over the game results.