CEFR B1

revolt

verb

Meaning

To rise up in protest or rebellion against a government or other authority.

Examples

The slaves staged a revolt against their masters.
Many people revolted against the oppressive regime.

Synonyms: protest, rise up, rebel, insurrection

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revolt (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈvoʊlt/

Definition

To rise up in protest or rebellion against a government or other authority.

Examples

The slaves staged a revolt against their masters.
Many people revolted against the oppressive regime.

How to Use revolt

revolt against (prepositional phrase): To protest or rebel against a person or group in authority. — "The people revolted against the dictator."

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