revolt

/ɹɪˈvɒlt//ɹɪˈvoʊlt/

noun

  1. 1

    An act of revolt.

Synonyms

verb

  1. 1

    To rebel, particularly against authority.

    “The farmers had to revolt against the government to get what they deserved.”
  2. 2

    To repel greatly.

    “Your brother revolts me!”
  3. 3

    To cause to turn back; to roll or drive back; to put to flight.

  4. 4

    To be disgusted, shocked, or grossly offended; hence, to feel nausea; used with at.

    “The stomach revolts at such food; his nature revolts at cruelty.”
  5. 5

    To turn away; to abandon or reject something; specifically, to turn away, or shrink, with abhorrence.

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