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extremism

 

[ ɪkˈstriːmɪz(ə)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political ideology

Extremism refers to the holding of extreme political or religious views, often leading to violent or radical actions.

Synonyms

fanaticism, fundamentalism, radicalism

Examples of usage

  • His extremism alienated many moderate voters.
  • The government is cracking down on religious extremism.
  • She was arrested for promoting extremism online.
Context #2 | Noun

general

The quality or state of being extreme; extreme behavior, opinions, or actions.

Synonyms

exaggeration, fanaticism, radicalism

Examples of usage

  • The film explores the dangers of extremism on both sides of the political spectrum.
  • We need to find a middle ground and avoid extremism.

Translations

Translations of the word "extremism" in other languages:

🇵🇹 extremismo

🇮🇳 चरमपंथ (charampanth)

🇩🇪 Extremismus

🇮🇩 ekstremisme

🇺🇦 екстремізм

🇵🇱 ekstremizm

🇯🇵 過激主義 (kagekishugi)

🇫🇷 extrémisme

🇪🇸 extremismo

🇹🇷 aşırılık

🇰🇷 극단주의 (geukdanjuui)

🇸🇦 التطرف (al-taṭarruf)

🇨🇿 extremismus

🇸🇰 extrémizmus

🇨🇳 极端主义 (jíduān zhǔyì)

🇸🇮 ekstremizem

🇮🇸 öfgar

🇰🇿 экстремизм

🇬🇪 ექსტრემიზმი (ekst'remizmi)

🇦🇿 ekstremizm

🇲🇽 extremismo

Word origin

The term 'extremism' first appeared in the early 19th century, derived from the Latin word 'extremus' meaning 'utmost' or 'farthest'. Initially used in a more neutral sense to describe going to the extreme or outermost limits, it later took on a negative connotation associated with radical or violent behavior.

See also: extremely, extremeness, extremes, extremist, extremities, extremity.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,910, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.