dependency, territory, colony, dominion, possession, satellite, client state, vassal state, protector, ward
uprising - rebellion - insurrection - mutiny - revolution - insurgence - insurgency - riot - upheaval - defiance - resistance - coup - subversion - sedition - insubordination - disobedience - protest - outbreak - tumult - turmoil - disorder - anarchy - commotion - disturbance - unrest - agitation - conflict - confrontation - challenge - opposition - noncompliance - dissent - rising
A revolt is a refusal to obey orders or laws, often accompanied by attempts to overthrow the existing authority. It is usually driven by dissatisfaction with the current government or system, leading to acts of rebellion, demonstrations, and potential violence. Revolts have historically been a means for oppressed groups to resist and demand change.