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Definitions

extremism

[ik-stree-miz-uhm] / ɪkˈstri mɪz əm /
NOUN
fanaticism
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bigotry hatred intolerance zeal zealotry
STRONG
abandonment arbitrariness bias contumacy dedication devotion dogma enthusiasm faction frenzy immoderation infatuation injustice madness monomania obsessiveness obstinacy partiality partisanship passion prejudice rage single-mindedness stubbornness superstition tenacity transport unfairness unruliness violence willfulness
WEAK
incorrigibility unreasonableness
Antonyms
STRONG
apathy calmness dislike doubt fairness impartiality indifference irresolution justice peace peacefulness
WEAK
disinterest unenthusiasm

Example Sentences

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It can be reclusive and even unwelcoming, but it can’t attack its neighbors, blockade international waters, or export extremism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

“One Battle After Another” is a satirical action-thriller with an intense and timely exploration of American extremism that stars DiCaprio as a retired revolutionary forced back into action.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

One morning we were discussing two topics: the influence of big money on football, and Islamist extremism.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Then-prime minister Jacinda Ardern quickly moved to tighten gun laws in the aftermath and put pressure on social media giants to curb online extremism.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

I was slightly giddy with the force of his personality but the extremism of the offer was appealing as well.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.