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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.

例句

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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.

词族

名词
riot
Verb
riot
副词
riotously
形容词
riotous
相关
rioter
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记忆技巧

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

快速测验

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

正确!

正确答案是: riot

例句

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.

词族

名词
riot
Verb
riot
副词
riotously
形容词
riotous
相关
rioter

常见搭配

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

常用短语

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

容易混淆的词

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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使用说明

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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常见错误

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

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记忆技巧

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

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词源

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

语法模式

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

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

快速测验

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

正确!

正确答案是: riot

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