Radicalizar
Example: Las injusticias sociales pueden radicalizar a la población rápidamente.
Definition
"Radicalizar" means to cause someone or a group to adopt extreme political, social, or ideological views, often leading to significant changes or actions. It implies intensifying beliefs or attitudes to a more extreme or uncompromising position, as in social or political contexts.
Etymology
The word "radicalizar" comes from the Spanish root 'radical,' derived from Latin 'radix,' meaning 'root.' It originally referred to getting to the root of a matter. Over time, "radicalizar" evolved to mean making something more extreme or fundamental, especially in political or social ideas. Did you know? The metaphor of 'rooting' ideas deeply reflects how strongly held beliefs can grow and spread.
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"Radicalizar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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