revolution

US /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən/
UK /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən/
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1.

révolution

a forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favor of a new system

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The French Revolution changed the course of history.
La Révolution française a changé le cours de l'histoire.
The country was on the brink of a political revolution.
Le pays était au bord d'une révolution politique.
2.

changement radical, transformation

a dramatic and wide-reaching change in the way something works or is organized or in people's ideas about it

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The industrial revolution brought about significant technological advancements.
La révolution industrielle a entraîné des avancées technologiques significatives.
The internet caused a communication revolution.
Internet a provoqué une révolution de la communication.
3.

révolution, rotation

an instance of revolving

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The revolution of the Earth around the Sun takes approximately 365 days.
La révolution de la Terre autour du Soleil prend environ 365 jours.
The machine's smooth revolution ensured efficient operation.
La rotation fluide de la machine assurait un fonctionnement efficace.