revolt
UK: rɪˈvəʊlt | US: rɪˈvoʊlt
n. 1. A violent uprising against authority or government.
n. 2. A refusal to accept or conform to something.
vi. 1. To rise in rebellion.
vi. 2. To feel disgust or shock.
revolt = re<back, again> + volt<turn>
- re: From Latin re-, meaning "back" or "again."
- volt: From Latin volvere, meaning "to turn" (via Italian voltare).
Etymology Origin:
The word revolt originated in the 16th century from Italian rivoltare (to overturn), derived from Latin revolvere (to roll back). It originally described a physical turning or upheaval, later evolving to signify rebellion—a metaphorical "turning back" against authority. The dual meanings of rebellion and disgust reflect the idea of a sudden, forceful rejection.
The peasants staged a revolt against the oppressive king.
His harsh words revolted everyone in the room.
The idea of eating insects revolts many people.
The revolt was quickly suppressed by the army.
She felt a quiet revolt against the strict rules.