Radicalization

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌrædɪkəˌlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definitions of radicalization

noun the process of causing someone to adopt radical positions on political or social issues

Example Sentences

A1 Radicalization is the process of becoming more extreme in one's beliefs.

A2 Some individuals may be vulnerable to radicalization due to various factors.

B1 Government agencies work to prevent radicalization through education and outreach programs.

B2 The internet has been identified as a key tool for the spread of radicalization propaganda.

C1 Understanding the complexities of radicalization requires a multidisciplinary approach.

C2 Counter-radicalization efforts must address both the individual and societal factors that contribute to extremism.

Examples of radicalization in a Sentence

formal The government is implementing programs to prevent the radicalization of vulnerable individuals.

informal They're trying to stop people from getting radicalized by extremist groups.

slang We need to keep an eye out for signs of radicalization in our community.

figurative The radicalization of his beliefs led him down a dangerous path.

Grammatical Forms of radicalization

past tense

radicalized

plural

radicalizations

comparative

more radicalized

superlative

most radicalized

present tense

radicalizes

future tense

will radicalize

perfect tense

has radicalized

continuous tense

is radicalizing

singular

radicalization

positive degree

radical

infinitive

to radicalize

gerund

radicalizing

participle

radicalized

Origin and Evolution of radicalization

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'radicalization' originated from the Latin word 'radix' meaning 'root'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in a botanical context to refer to the growth of roots, the term 'radicalization' evolved to be used in a social and political context to describe the process of adopting extreme or revolutionary beliefs.