radically

adverb

rad·​i·​cal·​ly ˈra-di-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce radically (audio)
Synonyms of radicallynext
1
: in origin or essence
2
: in a radical or extreme manner

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This ancient developmental program, deeply conserved, can also be radically repurposed, as seen in the star-nosed mole's sensory tentacles. Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 The triumph — which frustrated a British attempt to split the American colonies in half by marching down the Hudson Valley to New York City — radically shifted momentum in the Revolutionary War and encouraged France to enter the conflict as an American ally. Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 26 June 2026 With the shakeup five years ago, Avast’s appearance changed radically. Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 24 June 2026 Behind the scenes of this multi-billion-dollar spending spree, artificial intelligence is radically altering how consumers evaluate what to buy. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for radically

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of radically was in the 15th century

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“Radically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radically. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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