Meaning of the word ultra in English

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

ultra

US /ˈʌl.trə/
UK /ˈʌl.trə/

Adjective

extreme or beyond the usual limit

Example:
He's an ultra-conservative politician.
The new phone has an ultra-high resolution screen.

Prefix

beyond; on the other side of

Example:
Ultraviolet light is beyond the visible spectrum.
An ultra-marathon is a race longer than a traditional marathon.
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