Roust is often used to describe being suddenly awoken, like by an alarm.

Morning Alarm

'Roust' suggests starting action, usually from a state of rest or inactivity.

Initiate Action

Using 'roust' can imply a more forceful or abrupt awakening than 'wake'.

The legal use of 'roust' often involves authority figures removing people from a place.

It has a connotation of force or compulsion, especially by someone in power.

The term can carry a negative tone, suggesting the act isn't gentle or voluntary.

'Roust' can imply a lack of care or roughness in how someone is treated.

The word can suggest a struggle or resistance when someone is roused.

When used, 'roust' may associate with acts perceived as unjust or brutal.