Radicalism
/ˈrædɪkəlɪzəm/
Definitions
- (n.) The advocacy or pursuit of thorough or fundamental legal, political, or social reform, often challenging established laws or principles.
The lawyer's radicalism was evident in her efforts to overhaul the criminal justice system.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, radicalism often implies advocating extensive changes to existing legal frameworks rather than incremental adjustments.
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