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Definition of revolt

revolt

/rɪˈvoʊlt/
re · volt
Adverb:revoltingly
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Plural:revolts
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Adjective:revolting
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Past Simple:revolted
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Past Participle:revolted
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Present Participle:revolting
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• noun

1

An attempt to put an end to the authority of a person or body by rebelling; an uprising or insurrection.

Example

"The heavy taxation sparked a widespread peasant revolt across the countryside."

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• verb

1

To rise in rebellion or engage in an uprising against an established authority or government.

Example

"The citizens threatened to revolt if the unpopular policy was not repealed."

2

To cause someone to feel intense disgust or revulsion.

Example

"The pungent odor of spoiled milk was enough to revolt anyone entering the kitchen."

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• Rhymes for revolt

• Nearby Words

revocable
revocation
revoke
revolt
revolter
revolting
revoltingly

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-16th century from French révolter, from Italian rivoltare ('to overturn'), ultimately from Latin revolvere ('to roll back').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Revolt. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/revolt
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