RIOTOUS Synonyms: 142 Similar and Opposite Words

riotous

adjective

ˈrī-ə-təs

Definition of riotous

as in humorous

causing or intended to cause laughter his riotous mugging always has everyone in hysterics

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as in lavish

pouring forth in great amounts a painting by that artist is usually a riotous display of color

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Recent Examples of riotous Part slasher parody, part meta commentary on the structure of horror movies, and fully riotous, Behind the Mask is a dreadfully under-appreciated contribution to the subgenre that would have made for a terrific franchise. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026 Although every room’s layout and decoration is slightly different, the overriding effect is riotous pattern (wallpaper and fabrics match), sumptuous layering (throws and cushions galore), elegant mirrors and original art. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026 Shocking video captured the moments anti-ICE agitators were arrested outside Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, Friday, during riotous confrontations. — Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026 Attended by nearly 17,000 people, the Bowl’s biggest Spanish-language comedy event also featured a special (and sensual) musical performance by Colombian reggaeton heartthrob Feid, as well as Mexican comedian Sofia Niño de Rivera, who opened the show with her own riotous act. — Malina Saval, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for riotous

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Adjective

His after-game interviews were always intelligent and sometimes humorous.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
The original intent was to show female athletes standing strong against unsportsmanlike conduct in a humorous way … nothing more.

— Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026

Definition of humorous

Adjective

Ray had a somewhat comedic moment in the bottom of the first, taking a spill after tagging first base when recording a 3-1 putout.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 5 July 2026
Sandler's participation in the newlyweds' wedding ceremony comes nearly a year after the comedic actor co-starred in Happy Gilmore 2 with Kelce, who had a cameo in the sequel film.

— Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of comedic

Adjective

Last month, six women interviewed by the Times described concerning behavior by Platner, including excessive drinking, infidelity, and, in one account, physical intimidation.

— Allison Gordon, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Black residents of the city have expressed fear of harassment and concerns about trading high crime for excessive policing.

— Suzanne Gamboa, NBC news, 6 July 2026

Definition of excessive

Adjective

There is copious evidence that the founders themselves – not just Sam Adams, but also John Adams and James Madison – were serious drinkers.

— Morgan Marietta, The Conversation, 26 June 2026
Johnson said the bill was meant to curtail malicious records requests, which do happen, where a citizen goes after copious amounts of records just to be a jerk and cost the government time and money.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026

Definition of copious

Adjective

Cavill, absent from the proceedings for long stretches, remains a sturdy presence as the most buff screen Sherlock ever, while Helena Bonham Carter is again reliably amusing as Enola and Sherlock’s sardonic mother Eudoria.

— Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2026
Elmosnino is an amusing villain, making his most self-serving machinations sound reasonable.

— Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

Definition of amusing

Adjective

Cheap, abundant labor is exactly the condition under which a company most needs a grown-up in the room to decide what all that fast output should add up to.

— Sue Mysko, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
English colonists from Barbados and Bermuda settled in the region during that time, bringing with them enslaved Africans with their own abundant culinary heritage.

— Amethyst Ganaway, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026

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