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riot

/ˈraɪ.ət/

A riot is a noisy and violent disturbance of the peace by a large crowd of people. It usually involves damage to property and occurs when people are angry or protesting.

例文

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1

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

2

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

3

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

語族

名詞
riot
Verb
riot
副詞
riotously
形容詞
riotous
関連
rioter
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the letters: R-I-O-T. 'Running In Out-of-control Tension.'

クイックテスト

The police were called to the scene to stop the ______ in the street.

正解!

正解は: riot

例文

1

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

everyday

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

2

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

formal

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

3

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

informal

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

4

Sociologists analyze the economic factors that lead to a riot.

academic

Sociologists analyze the economic factors that lead to a riot.

5

The local shops were closed during the riot to prevent damage.

business

The local shops were closed during the riot to prevent damage.

語族

名詞
riot
Verb
riot
副詞
riotously
形容詞
riotous
関連
rioter

よく使う組み合わせ

riot police special police trained to deal with riots
start a riot to begin a violent public disturbance
riot gear protective clothing worn by police during a riot
prison riot a riot occurring within a correctional facility
incite a riot to encourage people to behave in a violent way

よく使うフレーズ

run riot

to behave in an uncontrolled or wild way

read the riot act

to give someone a strong warning to stop behaving badly

a riot of color

a very bright and varied display of colors

よく混同される語

riot vs protest

A protest is a public expression of objection that is often peaceful, whereas a riot is specifically violent and destructive.

riot vs fight

A fight is usually between two people or small groups, while a riot involves a large, unorganized crowd.

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使い方のコツ

The word 'riot' can describe a violent event, but in informal English, it is often used to describe someone or something that is very funny (e.g., 'He is a riot!').

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'riot' when they mean a peaceful 'march' or 'protest.' Use 'riot' only if there is violence or chaos involved.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the letters: R-I-O-T. 'Running In Out-of-control Tension.'

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語源

Derived from the Old French word 'riote', meaning a dispute, quarrel, or noisy revelry.

文法パターン

Countable noun: plural is 'riots' Often follows verbs like 'erupt', 'break out', or 'suppress'
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文化的な背景

In many Western countries, the term is frequently used in news reports regarding civil unrest or sports-related violence.

クイックテスト

The police were called to the scene to stop the ______ in the street.

正解!

正解は: riot

関連単語

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threshold

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tribute

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southeastern

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