as in to transform
to change (something) very much or completely; to cause a revolution in (something)
The invention of the airplane revolutionized travel. This new drug may revolutionize cancer treatment. This discovery has revolutionized our understanding of how the human brain works.
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Recent Examples of revolutionize
The Bronx became the birthplace of Grupo Aventura, a group that revolutionized bachata by blending its traditional rhythms with urban genres such as hip-hop.
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Wilfredo José Burgos Matos, The Conversation, 25 July 2025
Curious how a simple coffee stain could inspire cutting-edge diagnostics and revolutionize at-home testing?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2025
Its science objectives include understanding the structure and evolution of the universe, mapping the Milky Way and observing transient astronomical events, but it is also set to revolutionize the detection of interstellar objects (ISOs).
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 18 July 2025
Some sleepless nights later and LDC is about to debut ‘Revolving Spaces’, a digital platform that’s an evolution of Co.Lab, which the company believes can revolutionize and revitalize commercial retail in malls, retail plazas and parks, and perhaps even local High Streets.
—Kevin Rozario, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Wilfredo José Burgos Matos, The Conversation, 25 July 2025
Curious how a simple coffee stain could inspire cutting-edge diagnostics and revolutionize at-home testing?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2025
Its science objectives include understanding the structure and evolution of the universe, mapping the Milky Way and observing transient astronomical events, but it is also set to revolutionize the detection of interstellar objects (ISOs).
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 18 July 2025
Some sleepless nights later and LDC is about to debut ‘Revolving Spaces’, a digital platform that’s an evolution of Co.Lab, which the company believes can revolutionize and revitalize commercial retail in malls, retail plazas and parks, and perhaps even local High Streets.
—Kevin Rozario, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolutionize
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The new formula starts as a lightweight cream, then transforms into a fine mist for even, weightless application.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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This method transforms what could be a tough cut of meat into a tangy, tender bite.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Harbaugh altered the plan after Lance completed 9 of 12 passes for 97 yards and two touchdowns through the first two quarters as the Chargers opened a 21-7 lead.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
31 July 2025
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But Gates and Rivers altered the route before the play without any communication.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
Verb
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Since all the council members sit on the budget committee that voted and heard budget, little, if anything, in the budget is expected to change.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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As Texas gears up for the start of the 89th legislative session Tuesday, a bathroom bill is back as well as several other proposals affecting people who want to change their gender on government documents, health care providers who provide gender-affirming care and transgender children.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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“Revolutionize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolutionize. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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