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rioting Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: R AY1 AH0 T IH0 NG

What Does Rioting Mean?

As a verb, rioting means present participle and gerund of riot. As a noun, it means A riot.

Rioting in Brief

Part of speechverb, noun
Synonymsriot
Pluralriotings

Rioting Definition (Verb)

  1. present participle and gerund of riot

Rioting as a Noun

  1. A riot.

Verb

  1. To create or take part in a riot; to raise an uproar or sedition.

    The nuclear protesters rioted outside the military base.

  2. To act in an unrestrained or wanton manner; to indulge in excess of feasting, luxury, etc.
  3. To cause to riot; to throw into a tumult.
  4. To annoy.

Synonyms of Rioting

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Antonyms of Rioting

No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.

Rioting in a Sentence

The nuclear protesters rioted outside the military base.

Word Forms & Grammar

rioting

rioting (plural riotings)

Words That Rhyme With Rioting

Rioting: Your Questions Answered

Is rioting a verb or a noun?

Rioting is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is another word for rioting?

Words with a similar meaning to rioting include riot. See the full list of rioting synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of rioting?

The plural of rioting is riotings.

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