radical

adjective
ˈræd.ɪ.kəl

Meaning

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.
fundamental; extreme; drastic; revolutionary
relating to extreme or fundamental change; far-reaching in effect

Example Sentences

The leader proposed radical economic reforms.

The company made radical changes to improve efficiency.

The new policy brought radical changes in education.

Example Expressions

radical change

Synonyms

extreme, revolutionary, drastic, fundamental, profound
Entry 1
extreme, revolutionary, drastic
Entry 2
extreme, fundamental, drastic, revolutionary
Entry 3
extreme, revolutionary, fundamental, drastic, profound

Antonyms

moderate, conservative, traditional, gradual, conventional
Entry 1
moderate, conservative, traditional
Entry 2
conservative, moderate, gradual, conventional
Entry 3
moderate, conservative, traditional

Collocations

radical change, radical reform, radical idea, radical approach, radical solution, radical difference
Entry 2
radical change, radical reform, radical idea, radical approach
Entry 3
radical reform, radical solution, radical difference

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