re-

back, again; restoration or reversal

Forms

re-
red- — An early Latin form used before vowels and h.

Origin

Its ancestry before Latin is uncertain.

Note

In some old compounds the prefix adds emphasis, while in others its separate contribution has become unclear.

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noun / verb

revolt

rih-VOHLT/rɪˈvəʊlt/

An uprising against authority or taking part in one.

The villagers stage a revolt against the king's harsh rule.

Diverse townspeople rise in protest against oppressive ruler, no gore.

Etymology

reLatinback, again; restoration or reversal

+voltLatinroll or turn

The underlying image of rolling or turning back became “overturning” and then casting off allegiance. A revolt applies that reversal to an uprising against established authority.

In context

Cornerstone Orlando3:56

he's fearful of an uprising he's fearful of a revolt in the city and so wanting to appease the crowd

Render Your Verdict | Part 1 (John 19:1-16)

More examples

The government sends troops to put down the revolt.
Farmers revolted against the new taxes.
The soldiers threaten to revolt unless their commander steps down.

Forms

revolt · revolts · revolted · revolting

Similar words

rebellion: Can describe sustained resistance, not just a particular uprising.
uprising: Emphasizes a collective outbreak of resistance against those in power.
mutiny: Specifically involves soldiers or crew members defying their commanders.