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- pronunciation:
- rae
dih
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having to do with the root or source; basic; fundamental.
There are radical differences between your idea of happiness and mine.- synonyms:
- basic, foundational
- similar words:
- constitutional, deep, important, profound, vital
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| definition 2: |
very great or complete; extreme.
Moving from public school to private school was a radical change for her.
- synonyms:
- absolute, complete, drastic, extreme, total
- antonyms:
- moderate
- similar words:
- comprehensive, deep, extensive, revolutionary, severe, thorough, universal, utter
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| definition 3: |
in favor of extreme changes in government or society.
Her mother was a member of a radical group that was against the killing of animals for any purpose.
- synonyms:
- revolutionary
- antonyms:
- conservative
- similar words:
- rebel, underground
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| related words: |
basic, elementary, liberal |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a person who supports extreme social and political changes.
Many radicals took part in the protest march.- antonyms:
- conservative
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| related words: |
anarchist |
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| derivation: |
radically (adv.) |
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