Revolutionary
Relating to or causing a radical, transformative change; introducing innovations that drastically alter a field or practice.
adjectiveRevolutionary
Relating to or causing a radical, transformative change; introducing innovations that drastically alter a field or practice.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine a scientist unveiling a new energy storage device that makes fossil fuels obsolete overnight, prompting cities, schools, and industries to reorganize around this groundbreaking breakthrough.
Sounds Like
rev-uh-LOO-shuh-ner-ee
Looks Like
resembles 'revolution' and 'evolution' in spelling and root; contains the -tion-ary ending
Remember This
Often used with ideas, technology, movements, or change to describe radical innovation.
Other Forms
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radical, innovative, groundbreaking, transformative, reform, modernization
Note
Do not confuse with rebellious behavior; revolutionary implies broad, lasting change rather than mere protest. When referring to a person, the noun form 'a revolutionary' is used.