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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

radicalise

/ˈrædɪkəlaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does radicalise mean?

verb

to make someone or something more extreme or radical in their views or actions, or to cause a sudden and violent change in a situation.

Example

"The politician's inflammatory speech was accused of radicalising young people."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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