Meaning & Definition of word "Ultra"
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Ultra
/ˈʌltrə/
noun:
- 1. One that is extreme in a particular way; a person who is very zealous or devoted.
- Example: The group included environmental ultras who dedicated their lives to conservation.
- 2. A person who seeks to promote an extreme ideology, especially in politics.
- Example: The rally was attended by various political ultras advocating for radical changes.
adjective:
- 1. Extremely or excessively; beyond the usual or conventional limits.
- Example: The ultra-rich often have their own private islands.
- 2. Having or involving a high degree; extreme.
- Example: She is an ultra-enthusiastic supporter of the team.
Etymology
From Latin 'ultra', meaning 'beyond'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ultra-conservative:
Extremely conservative in political or social views.
ultra-modern:
Very modern, beyond what is considered modern.
ultra-high-definition:
Referring to a very high resolution of image quality.
Related Words
ultrasonic:
Sound waves with frequencies above the upper limit of human hearing.
ultraviolent:
Referring to a genre of film that features extreme violence.
Slang Meanings of ultra
Meaning: Awesome or exceedingly good.
Example Sentence: That concert was ultra!
Meaning: Excessively enthusiastic.
Example Sentence: He's so ultra about that new game!