VocabJLPT N1
riot
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. insurrection
  2. 2. riot
  3. 3. Riot
This noun means a riot — a violent, disorderly disturbance carried out by a crowd of people. It is used in news and historical contexts to describe large-scale civil unrest or public disorder.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Honestly, it's a miracle there hasn't been a riot after treatment like this!

Sentence 2

After all this, it's honestly surprising people haven't rioted yet!

Sentence 3

In that country, riots broke out in protest of the election results.

Sentence 4

The security footage clearly captured the moment the riot erupted.

Sentence 5

Hey, that whole convoy of security vehicles — is that for riot control?