Radically
[rad-ik-lee] /ˈræd ɪk li/
adjective
1.
with regard to origin or root.
2.
in a complete or basic manner; thoroughly; fundamentally.
/ˈrædɪkəlɪ/
adverb
1.
thoroughly; completely; fundamentally: to alter radically
adv.
c.1600, “thoroughly;” 1620s with reference to roots and origins, from radical (adj.) + -ly (2).
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