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Definition of radicalize

radicalize

/ˈræd.ɪ.kə.laɪz/
(UK: radicalise)
rad · i · cal · ize
Adverb:radically
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Adjective:radical
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Past Simple:radicalized
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Past Participle:radicalized
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Present Participle:radicalizing
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radicalize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To cause someone to adopt extreme or fundamentalist political, social, or religious ideals and aspirations.

Example

"The sociological study examined how online echo chambers can radicalize isolated individuals over time."

2

To adopt or come to hold extreme political, social, or ideological positions.

Example

"Several student factions began to radicalize as the economic crisis deepened across the country."

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• Nearby Words

radical
radicalism
radicalization
radicalize
radically
radicalness
radicchio

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century from the adjective 'radical' (ultimately from Late Latin 'radicalis', meaning 'of or having roots', from Latin 'radix', meaning 'root') combined with the verbal suffix '-ize'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Radicalize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/radicalize
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