revolution
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A sudden, often violent, change in government or society, or any dramatic and widespread change.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The French _____ changed the course of European history."
Answer: revolution
In your own words, what does "revolution" mean?
A sudden, often violent, change in government or society, or any dramatic and widespread change.
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