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radicalrelating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈrædɪkəl/

Korean meaning: 근본적인, 급진적인

Korean pronunciation: 래-디-컬 (강세: 래)

Example Sentences

  • My grandmother thinks using a dishwasher instead of handwashing is too radical.
  • The radical students demanded free pizza in all university classes.
  • The company needs radical innovation to survive in the competitive market.

radical

ADJECTIVE

//ˈrædɪkəl//

relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough

radical concept
💡 Concept

A radical activist sparks fundamental transformation in a crowded city square

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radical rhyme
🎵 Rhyme

Practical work becomes magical through radical innovation!

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈrædɪkəl/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈrædɪkəl/

🌳Etymology

Rootradic-
Suffix--al

Origin

From Latin 'radicalis', derived from 'radix' meaning 'root'. The word entered English in the 14th century, initially referring to something relating to or proceeding from the root.

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🎵Rhyme

magicaltacticalpractical
magical
tactical
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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My grandmother thinks using a dishwasher instead of handwashing is too radical.

😄 Fun example

The radical students demanded free pizza in all university classes.

The company needs radical innovation to survive in the competitive market.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

extremerevolutionaryfundamentaldrasticthorough

Antonyms

conservativemoderategradual

Related

revolutionreformextremistprogressive