radicalization

[ rad-i-kuh-luh-zey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act or process of becoming more extreme, as in beliefs, actions, or politics:

   The group tries to counter radicalization by promoting nonviolence and tolerance through peer-to-peer education.

Word History and Origins

Origin of radicalization¹

radical ( def ) + -ization ( def )

Example Sentences

Ultimately, much of the material in the book, including Hughes’ cinematic escape from prison and multiple grueling hunger strikes, was cut so that the Price sisters’ journey of radicalization and regret would take center stage.

From Los Angeles Times

They provided a purpose — albeit misguided — and the death of one leader doesn’t erase decades of trauma, radicalization and recruitment.

From Los Angeles Times

But the big picture is clear: Nationwide, the sheriff's office is long overdue for reform, particularly in light of the right-wing radicalization of many sheriffs in rural areas.

From Salon

Through all of these hyper-online spaces, there was a social and political radicalization that happened — I slowly began to understand that the band I loved so much was a business.

From Salon

The arc of Donahue is the opposite of a radicalization story.

From Salon