B2adverbsocietypolitics
US/ˈræd.ɪ.kəl.i/
UK/ˈræd.ɪ.kəl.i/
in a way that is extreme and completely changes something
In context
The new software has radically changed the way we handle customer complaints.
Their opinions on climate policy differ radically from those of the older generation.
The company radically reduced its prices to win back customers.
Words that go with radically
adverb + adjective
- radically differentThe two proposals are radically different.
- radically newThe architect presented a radically new design.
adverb + verb
- radically changeThe internet radically changed how we shop.
- radically reduceThe city plans to radically reduce traffic downtown.
- radically alterMoving abroad radically altered her view of the world.
- radically rethinkSchools need to radically rethink how they teach languages.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The plan was radically good.Correct: The plan was radically different.