Radicaler

Radicaler is a nonstandard comparative form of the adjective radical in English. It is not widely recognized in major dictionaries and is generally considered informal or colloquial. The base word radical has several senses, including extreme or revolutionary in politics, culture, or style; the mathematical or chemical sense related to radicals; and in linguistics or historical contexts, features described as radical. When used, radicaler would typically be intended to mean “more radical” or “more extreme,” but speakers usually prefer the standard form “more radical.”

Usage of radicaler is predominantly found in informal speech, online writing, and playful or emphatic contexts. Because it is nonstandard, its appearance can distract readers or undermine credibility in formal writing. Some editors and style guides discourage its use in formal work, favoring “more radical” for clarity and precision.

In technical disciplines where radical has a specialized sense, the comparative form radicaler is rarely appropriate, and ambiguity can increase. For example, in mathematics or chemistry, terms are usually kept precise by using standard descriptions rather than a colloquial comparative.

See also: radical (disambiguation), more radical, slang and colloquial forms.