VocabJLPT N2
riot
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. riot
  2. 2. rebellion
  3. 3. (media) uproar
  4. 4. feud
This noun describes a disturbance, uproar, or commotion, often involving a group of people. It can refer to anything from a social scandal to a noisy incident or minor riot.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A commotion broke out at the company reception desk and threw the guest service into chaos.

Sentence 2

Do you really need to blow it up like this and turn it into a whole scene?

Sentence 3

So who was actually to blame for yesterday's commotion?

Sentence 4

Apparently there was a disturbance between some young people at the park nearby.

Sentence 5

He said, "If this gets out, it'll be a disaster."