Radicalism: meaning, definitions and examples

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radicalism

 

[ หˆradษชk(ษ™)lษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political ideology

Radicalism refers to a political ideology that advocates for fundamental change in the social, economic, or political structures of society. It often involves challenging traditional beliefs and pushing for revolutionary reforms.

Synonyms

extremism, progressivism, revolutionism

Examples of usage

  • His radicalism led him to join the protest movement against the government.
  • The party's platform embraced radicalism and called for a complete overhaul of the current system.
Context #2 | Noun

philosophy

In philosophy, radicalism is a belief in making sweeping and profound changes in existing institutions or practices. It involves a willingness to challenge the status quo and explore new ideas.

Synonyms

avant-gardism, innovation, progressiveness

Examples of usage

  • The philosopher's radicalism challenged conventional wisdom and sparked intense debate.
  • She was known for her radicalism in advocating for equality and justice.

Translations

Translations of the word "radicalism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น radicalismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เค—เฅเคฐเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Radikalismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ radikalisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะฐะดะธะบะฐะปั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ radykalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้Žๆฟ€ไธป็พฉ (ใ‹ใ’ใใ—ใ‚…ใŽ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท radicalisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ radicalismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท radikalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธ‰์ง„์ฃผ์˜ (ๆฅต้€ฒไธป็พฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชุทุฑู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ radikalismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ radikalizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฟ€่ฟ›ไธปไน‰ (ๆฟ€้€ฒไธป็พฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ radikalizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรณtรฆkni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะฐะดะธะบะฐะปะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ™แƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ radikalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ radicalismo

Etymology

The term 'radicalism' originated in the late 18th century from the Latin word 'radix,' meaning 'root.' It initially referred to the support for drastic political or social reforms. Over time, the term evolved to encompass a broader range of ideologies advocating for significant changes. Radicalism has played a crucial role in shaping movements for social justice, political reform, and philosophical innovation.

See also: radically, radicalness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,345, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.