Extreme

/ɪkˈstriːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The furthest point or limit of something.

The athletes pushed their bodies to the extremes in the competition.

A situation or condition that is farthest from the average.

She was known for her opinions, which often fell at the extremes of the political spectrum.

adjective

Reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.

The extreme heat of the desert can be dangerous for unprepared travelers.

Of a character or kind farthest removed from the ordinary or average.

Her extreme devotion to her work often led her to stay late at the office.

Very severe or strict.

The team employed extreme measures to ensure safety during the experiment.

Located at the farthest point or end; utmost.

He trekked to the extreme northern region of the country.

Middle English, from Latin 'extremus', meaning 'outermost, utmost'.

extreme makeover

A significant structural change or improvement to an object, person, or place.

extreme measures

Actions taken that are severe or drastic to resolve an issue.

extreme sports

Activities involving a high degree of risk and excitement.

extremist

A person who holds extreme views or takes radical actions.

extremity

The outermost points or limits; the furthest extent of something.

extremism

The holding of extreme political or religious views.

Over-the-top; very excessive.

That party was so extreme, everyone was talking about it for weeks!

Radically cool or impressive.

That new skateboard trick you did was extreme!