radicalize
Translation
to radicalise
Examples
Certain websites can radicalize young people.
Certain websites can radicalise young people.
He became radicalized after joining the group.
He became radicalised after joining the group.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to cause (sb.) to adopt radical positions Propaganda can radicalise people.
Similar Words
Synonyms: extremize; Antonyms: moderate, de-radicalize
Etymology
From 'radical' (relating to the root, extreme) and the verb-forming suffix '-ize' (to make or become).
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ize' means 'to make'. So, 'to radicalize' means 'to make someone radical'.