riotous
|ri/ot/ous|
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/ˈraɪətəs/
wildly exuberant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'riotous' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'riotus', where 'riot' meant 'public disorder'.
Historical Evolution
'riotus' transformed into the modern English word 'riotous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'public disorder', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'wild and uncontrolled behavior'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by wild and uncontrolled behavior.
The party was riotous, with music blaring and people dancing wildly.
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Adjective 2
involving public disorder or violence.
The protest turned riotous as tensions escalated.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42