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to revolt
01
to cause strong disgust or offense to someone's morals
Transitive: to revolt sb
Examples
His sexist remarks revolted the entire audience.
02
to make someone feel extreme disgust or repulsion
Transitive: to revolt sb
Examples
The thought of eating insects revolts many people.
03
to lead a sudden and often forceful change against a government or system that is perceived as oppressive, seeking a radical transformation
Intransitive
Examples
The people decided to revolt against the oppressive government, seeking a complete overhaul of the system.
04
to strongly reject or oppose something
Examples
The students revolted against the strict school rules.
Revolt
01
a rebellion or uprising, often involving violence, by a group of people against an authority or ruling power
Examples
The revolt against the oppressive regime lasted for months.
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