REVOLT


Meaning of REVOLT in English

verb

1.

to renounce allegiance or subjection

revolted against the king

Synonyms: insurrect, mutiny, rebel, rise (against)

Related Word: defy, oppose, resist; break, renounce, turn (against); boycott, strike; overthrow, overturn, riot

Idioms: kick over the traces, take up arms against

Contrasted words: obey, submit; aid, assist, help, succor, support; bolster, prop (up), sustain, uphold

2.

Synonyms: disgust , nauseate, reluct, repel, repulse, sicken

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