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radical

Definition

  • noun: a person who favors extreme changes in government
  • noun: a root part
  • adjective: very new and different from what is traditional or ordinary
  • adjective: of, relating to, or proceeding from a root
  • synonyms: entire, original, fundamental

Examples

  • He was a 'radical' when he was young, but now he's much more moderate.

  • She has proposed a 'radically' different approach to the problem.

  • The new president has made some 'radical' changes to the company.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Up! - This is Rady, I am Jane. - Hello, I am Alex. - Looking for adventure hey? - If. So you are a radical. Am I it? They are called this way to those that they decide to go on foot. - For that reason we have this vehicle... - We go, please. (..)
    2007 Into the Wild