B2noun 2K

Revolution

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌrevəˈluːʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌrevəˈluːʃn/"]/

Meaning of Revolution

an attempt, by a large number of people, to change the government of a country, especially by violent action

In simple words: A big change in how something works, often involving fighting or protest.

Revolution in a sentence

• The American Revolution was a pivotal event in the history of the United States.
• Many believed that the industrial revolution changed the way people lived and worked.
• The revolution in technology has led to significant advancements in communication.
• The dancer performed a stunning double revolution in mid-air during the routine.
• Political theorists often discuss the role of a revolution in achieving social change.
• In physics, a revolution refers to a complete turn around an axis.
• The cultural revolution in the 1960s inspired many artists and musicians.
• During the revolution, new ideas about justice and liberty were widely shared.
• A revolution can also describe a significant change in how something is done or understood.
• The revolution of the planets around the sun is an essential concept in astronomy.

How to use Revolution

Use 'revolution' in contexts involving significant social or political change. It's appropriate in both formal writing and casual conversations. Avoid using it for small changes.

Grammar pattern

revolution + object

Memory hint

Think of 'revolve' — like a wheel turning to create big changes.

Related words

Collocations with Revolution

• successful
• bloody
• violent
• carry out
• fight
• foment
• break out
• spread
• overthrow something
• revolution against
• the outbreak of the revolution
• revolution from above
• revolution from below
• quiet
• complete
• virtual
• achieve
• begin
• bring
• occur
• take place
• go on
• revolution in
• complete
• full
• complete
• make
• through a revolution
• revolution about
• revolution around
• revolutions a minute
• revolutions per minute

Synonyms for Revolution

• uprising
• insurrection
• rebellion
• overhaul
• transformation

Opposites of Revolution

• stability
• order
• continuity

Common mistakes with Revolution

• Confused with 'evolution' which means gradual change.
• Using 'revolution' to describe minor updates or improvements.
• Mistakenly thinking it only refers to political contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Revolution

What does Revolution mean?

A big change in how something works, often involving fighting or protest.

What is the definition of Revolution?

an attempt, by a large number of people, to change the government of a country, especially by violent action

How do you use Revolution in a sentence?

The American Revolution was a pivotal event in the history of the United States.

Can you give another example of Revolution?

Many believed that the industrial revolution changed the way people lived and worked.

What are synonyms for Revolution?

Common alternatives include uprising, insurrection, rebellion, overhaul, transformation.

What is the opposite of Revolution?

Opposite meanings include stability, order, continuity.

What words go with Revolution?

It commonly pairs with successful, bloody, violent, carry out, fight, foment, break out, spread, overthrow something, revolution against, the outbreak of the revolution, revolution from above, revolution from below, quiet, complete, virtual, achieve, begin, bring, occur, take place, go on, revolution in, complete, full, complete, make, through a revolution, revolution about, revolution around, revolutions a minute, revolutions per minute.

What are common mistakes when using Revolution?

Confused with 'evolution' which means gradual change. Using 'revolution' to describe minor updates or improvements. Mistakenly thinking it only refers to political contexts.

How do you pronounce Revolution?

US: /["/ˌrevəˈluːʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌrevəˈluːʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Revolution?

Use 'revolution' in contexts involving significant social or political change. It's appropriate in both formal writing and casual conversations. Avoid using it for small changes.

What CEFR level is Revolution?

"Revolution" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.