revolution

noun B2

Meaning

A revolution is a significant and often rapid change in political, social, or economic structures, usually involving the overthrow of an existing system.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "revolution" with "evolution," which refers to gradual change rather than a sudden upheaval.

Example Sentences

The industrial revolution changed how people worked and lived quickly .
The industrial revolution changed the way people lived and worked .
What caused the revolution in that country's history ?

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