Meaning of the word extreme in English

What does extreme mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

extreme

US /ɪkˈstriːm/

UK /ɪkˈstriːm/

reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.

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The weather conditions were extreme.

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She went to extreme lengths to achieve her goal.

Synonym:

severe intense drastic radical utmost

the furthest point or degree of something.

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He pushed himself to the extreme.

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The policy was an extreme measure.

Synonym:

limit maximum peak height pinnacle

the furthest or most intense degree of something.

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He took his passion to the extreme.

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They live life to the extreme.

Synonym:

maximum limit peak height pinnacle

Related Word:

extremely extremism extreme sport