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Definition of revolutionize

revolutionize

/ˌrɛv.əˈluː.ʃə.naɪz/
(UK: revolutionise)
rev · o · lu · tion · ize
Adjective:revolutionary
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Past Simple:revolutionized
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Past Participle:revolutionized
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Present Participle:revolutionizing
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revolutionize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To change something radically or fundamentally, especially by introducing a new method, idea, or technology.

Example

"The invention of the printing press helped revolutionize the way information was shared across Europe."

2

To imbue with revolutionary principles or cause to engage in a political or social revolution.

Example

"The underground pamphlets were designed to revolutionize the working class against the monarchy."

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• Rhymes for revolutionize

• Nearby Words

revolution
revolutionary
revolutionist
revolutionize
revolutionizer
revolvable
revolve

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century during the era of the French Revolution, formed from 'revolution' (from Late Latin revolutio, meaning 'a revolving' or 'turn around') and the verb-forming suffix '-ize'.

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