English Reference
Verb

revolutionize

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˌɹɛvəˈɫuʃəˌnaɪz/ rev·o·lu·tion·ize UK spelling revolutionise, revolutionized, revolutionizes, revolutionizing

v.to change something completely and make it much better or more modern. It is a strong word for a big, positive change.

v.to cause a complete and fundamental change in the nature or structure of something. Often implies a sudden and dramatic improvement or a shift to a new system.


SIMPLE

The new software will revolutionize the way we work.

CONTEXTUAL

The invention of the internet revolutionized global communication, making it possible for people to connect instantly across vast distances.

COMPLEX

By introducing a decentralized ledger system, the startup aims to revolutionize the financial industry and eliminate the need for traditional intermediaries like banks.

A teenager from County Down hopes an app he has developed will revolutionise how farms are run, giving hard-pressed farmers more time.

BBC News· 20 Aug 2026

Spatial intelligence will transform how we create and interact with real and virtual worlds—revolutionizing storytelling, creativity, robotics, scientific discovery, and beyond.

Ars Technica· 13 Jul 2026

From revolution + -ize.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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