— riotously , adv. — riotousness , n.
/ruy"euh teuhs/ , adj.
1. (of an act) characterized by or of the nature of rioting or a disturbance of the peace.
2. (of a person) inciting or taking part in a riot.
3. given to or marked by unrestrained revelry; loose; wanton: riotous living.
4. boisterous or uproarious: riotous laughter.
5. hilariously funny.
[ 1300-50; ME; see RIOT, -OUS ]