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radicalism

noun
rad·​i·​cal·​ism | \ ˈra-di-kə-ˌli-zəm How to pronounce radicalism (audio) \

Definition of radicalism

1 : the quality or state of being radical
2 : the doctrines or principles of radicals

Examples of radicalism in a Sentence

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Questions about radicalism online have taken on a grim new relevance after this week’s violence. — Colin Lecher, The Verge, "White House plans meeting with tech companies about online extremism," 7 Aug. 2019 For both the administration and for the Democratic 2020 candidates, this can be a conversation about guns or one about race and radicalism. — NBC News, "After El Paso, the White House looks to focus on guns over racial rhetoric," 5 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of radicalism

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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radicalism

noun

English Language Learners Definition of radicalism

: the opinions and behavior of people who favor extreme changes especially in government : radical political ideas and behavior

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