Radicalizar
Example: Eles começaram a radicalizar suas opiniões durante o debate.
Definition
"Radicalizar" means to make opinions, beliefs, or actions become more extreme or fundamental, especially in a political or social context. For example, it describes the process when individuals or groups intensify their views or behaviors beyond moderate positions.
Etymology
The word "radicalizar" comes from the Latin root 'radix,' meaning 'root.' It entered Portuguese through Spanish and French influences, where it signifies going to the root or origin of something. Did you know? The term originally implied getting to the root cause before evolving to mean making something more extreme or fundamental.
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