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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.
The corrupt practices of the government revolted the citizens.
02
to make someone feel extreme disgust or repulsion
Transitive: to revolt sb
Examples
The thought of eating insects revolts many people.
The smell from the dumpster revolted everyone nearby.
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.
Throughout history, communities have revolted to overthrow tyrannical rulers and establish new forms of governance.
04
to strongly reject or oppose something
Examples
The students revolted against the strict school rules.
She revolted against the idea that success depends only on talent.
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.
The peasants ' revolt was brutally suppressed by the authorities.
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