Meaning of 'riot'

noun

a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity

Example: "That party last week was a riot."

Synonyms: orgy

noun

a public act of violence by an unruly mob

Example: "The fans were known for their riots after losing games. "

Synonyms: public violence

noun

a joke, person, or group of people that seems extremely funny

Example: "The comic was a riot last night. "

Synonyms: howler

noun

a state of disorder involving group violence

Example: "The police commissioner referred to the events as a riot. "

Synonyms: rioting

verb

engage in boisterous, drunken merrymaking

Synonyms: carouse

verb

take part in a riot

Example: "disturb the public peace by engaging in a riot"