riotous

(ət əs)

adjective

    1. having the nature of a riot
    2. engaging in rioting or inciting to riot
  1. without restraint; disorderly; boisterous
  2. dissolute; profligate: riotous living
  3. luxuriant or profuse

Origin: ME < OFr rioteus

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See riotous in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Of, relating to, or resembling a riot.
  2. Participating in or inciting to riot or uproar.
  3. Uproarious; boisterous: a riotous party.
  4. Dissolute; wanton: riotous living.
  5. Abundant or luxuriant: a riotous growth. See Synonyms at profuse.

Related Forms:

  • riˈot·ous·ly adverb
  • riˈot·ous·ness noun

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