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hard-core

ADJECTIVE
dedicated
Synonyms
STRONGEST
devoted die-hard staunch
WEAK
determined dyed-in-the-wool explicit extreme faithful intransigent obstinate resolute rigid steadfast stubborn uncompromising unwaivering unyielding
Antonyms
WEAK
indulgent mild moderate soft-core tolerant undedicated

Example Sentences

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Hard-core fans trailing their favorite singer or band on tour is not a new phenomenon.

From Seattle Times • May 7, 2024

Hard-core Querétaro fans, are known as barras bravas, or fierce gangs, in Spanish.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2022

Hard-core golf fans may have heard some of the stories before, but Allen's telling is always pithy and entertaining.

From Golf Digest • Jul. 12, 2019

Best extras: Hard-core fans of the series will love the bonus content packed into the single Blu-ray disc.

From Washington Times • Aug. 23, 2016

Hard-core masochists serve as our John the Baptists, preaching the glory of self-denial.

From New York Times • Aug. 1, 2012