revolutionize

[ rev-uh-loo-shuh-nahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, rev·o·lu·tion·ized, rev·o·lu·tion·iz·ing.

1. to bring about a revolution in; effect a radical change in:

   to revolutionize petroleum refining methods.

2. to subject to a political revolution.

revolutionize

/ ˌrɛvəˈluːʃəˌnaɪz /

verb

1. to bring about a radical change in

   science has revolutionized civilization

2. to inspire or infect with revolutionary ideas

   they revolutionized the common soldiers

3. to cause a revolution in (a country, etc)

Derived Forms

• ˌrevoˈlutionˌizer, noun

Other Words From

• revo·lution·izer noun
• quasi-revo·lution·ized adjective
• unrev·o·lution·ized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of revolutionize¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; revolution + -ize

Example Sentences

Among many other things, and small in comparison to his overall legacy, he is credited for revolutionizing the food scene in New Orleans in the mid-60’s.

From Salon

This approach has revolutionized many human health intervention programs by identifying at-risk children and adults, which allows for more targeted interventions and preventive efforts.

From Salon

The Associated Press reports that people on the ground aren't seeing much activity and the technology that was supposed to revolutionize their new approach doesn't work half the time.

From Salon

While that’s good, for an ambitious team that once promised to revolutionize women’s sports it’s not nearly good enough.

From Los Angeles Times

Senate majority leader, effectively saving the lab and the Galileo mission that would go on to revolutionize scientists’ understanding of Europa and inspire the Clipper mission.

From Los Angeles Times