Question

The Latin root radic means “root.” What is the most likely meaning of radical as it is used in lines 10-11?

Answer 1

Radical was first an adjective

Step-by-step explanation:

borrowed in the 14th century from the Late Latin radicalis, itself from Latin radic-, radix, meaning "root." And the earliest uses of radical are indeed all about literal roots, hinging on the meaning "of, relating to, or proceeding from a root."