Radicalitzar
Example: Les noves idees van radicalitzar el moviment estudiantil ràpidament.
Definition
"Radicalitzar" means to cause something, such as a movement or group, to become more extreme or intense in beliefs, opinions, or actions, often leading to significant and fundamental changes in its nature or behavior.
Etymology
The verb "radicalitzar" comes from the Latin word 'radix,' meaning 'root.' It evolved through Romance languages to mean 'to root something deeply' or 'to make something more fundamental or extreme.' Did you know? The word hints at going to the root or core of an issue, which fits the idea of intensifying beliefs.
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