Meaning of the word riotous in English
What does riotous mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
riotous
US /ˈraɪ.ə.t̬əs/
UK /ˈraɪ.ə.təs/
Adjective
1.
characterized by or involving public disorder
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The police struggled to control the riotous crowd.
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The city experienced a few riotous nights after the election results.
2.
(of a person or their behavior) unrestrained in a lively or boisterous way
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The party was a riotous affair, full of laughter and dancing.
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His sense of humor was often riotous, making everyone burst into laughter.