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revolutionary

Pronunciation: /rɛvəˈluːʃ(ə)n(ə)ri/

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Definition of revolutionary

adjective

1involving or causing a complete or dramatic change:a revolutionary new drug

2engaged in or promoting political revolution:the revolutionary army
(Revolutionary) relating to a particular revolution, especially the War of American Independence.