Synonyms for Radical
Definition of radical
adjective
- (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm; "extremist political views"; "radical opinions on education"; "an ultra conservative"
- markedly new or introducing radical change; "a revolutionary discovery"; "radical political views"
- arising from or going to the root or source; "a radical flaw in the plan"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "radical"
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"Radical" in song lyrics
See how radical is used in real songs:
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"Baffled while we really here up against obsticles, I'm a radical"
Bizzy Bone f/ Capo Confucious, Prince Rasu — Tha Streets -
"shaking, scared to death. Because certain people, said I'm a radical"
Breez Evahflowin f/ Immortal Technique — Land of the Gun -
"The movement of the rational Hip-Hop radical"
Chubb Rock — Don't Sleep