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revolutionize

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʒənaɪz/

KK: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃəˌnaɪz/

transitive verb
Definition

To cause a significant and fundamental change in something, often in a way that transforms it completely.


Example

The new technology will revolutionize the way we communicate.


Tense Forms

Past: revolutionized

Past Participle: revolutionized


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the new app that could revolutionize how we manage our time?
Sloth B
No, I haven't! What does it do?
Sloth A
It uses AI to create personalized schedules for you, which sounds amazing.
Sloth B
That does sound cool! It could really change the way we organize our days.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
transform
innovate
alter
Antonyms
preserve
maintain
stagnate
Root Explanation

Revolutionize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "volutio" (from Latin, meaning a rolling or turning). The word "revolutionize" means to bring about a significant change or transformation, as if rolling back to a new state or condition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rolling again' — 're-' means again, and 'volutio' relates to turning or rolling. This helps you remember that to revolutionize means to create a significant change or transformation.

Visually Confused Words
evolutionize
unrevolutionized
revelationize
routinize
evolution
resolutioner
prolusionize
proevolution
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