revolutionize
Transform something fundamentally and dramatically
Examples
In a meeting
“This technology could revolutionize how we approach supply chain management.”
Over coffee
“That app revolutionized how I organize my day.”
Why this word
transform
revolutionize implies complete, radical change that fundamentally alters a field, while transform is broader change
change
revolutionize emphasizes dramatic, groundbreaking innovation, while change is any alteration
improve
revolutionize indicates complete paradigm shift, while improve suggests incremental enhancement
Usage tip
Reserve for truly transformative changes; overuse weakens impact. Implies widespread, lasting disruption.
Etymology
Latin 'revolutio' (a revolving), from 'revolvere' (to turn back)
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