revolution
UK: ˌrevəˈluːʃn | US: ˌrevəˈluːʃn
n. a forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favor of a new system
n. a dramatic and wide-reaching change in conditions, attitudes, or operations
n. a single complete turn around an axis or center (e.g., planetary motion)
The word "revolution" originates from the Latin revolutio, derived from revolvere ("to roll back"). The prefix re- (back) combines with volvere (to roll), reflecting the cyclical nature of upheavals or rotations. Initially used in astronomy (14th c.) to describe planetary orbits, it later metaphorically extended to political upheavals (17th c.), emphasizing the idea of societal "turning over."
The Industrial Revolution transformed economies worldwide.
Earth completes one revolution around the sun in 365 days.
The revolution overthrew the monarchy and established a republic.
Technological revolutions often disrupt traditional industries.
Copernicus proposed the heliocentric model of planetary revolutions.