Extremada (en. Extreme)

/eks.tɾeˈma.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is at an extreme or excessively intense.
Her attitude was extreme, leaving little room for mediocrity.
Su actitud fue extremada, dejando poco lugar a la mediocridad.
Indicates a degree or amount that exceeds the usual.
The extreme cold of winter took us by surprise.
La extremada frialdad del invierno nos tomó por sorpresa.
Describes a position or opinion that is radical or out of the ordinary.
He took an extreme position in the debate, which surprised everyone.
Adoptó una postura extremada en el debate, lo que sorprendió a todos.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'extremus', which means 'the farthest or the last'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make an extreme exaggeration
To perform or express something in an exaggerated or excessive manner.
hacer una exageración extremada
to be at an extreme
When someone takes a position very distant from the average or the common.
estar en un extremo
extreme reaction
A response that exceeds what would be considered usual or reasonable.
reacción extremada

Related Words

extremism
Attitude or doctrine that seeks to take an idea or behavior to its maximum expression.
extremismo
excessive
That exceeds the limits or is too much in quantity or quality.
excesivo
radical
That diverges from the common or traditional, proposing drastic changes.
radical

Slang Meanings

Exaggerated attitude that draws attention.
When she arrived at the party in that costume, everyone said it was extreme.
Cuando llegó a la fiesta con ese disfraz, todos dijeron que era extremada.
Something very striking or impressive.
That artist's performance was extreme, it left me speechless!
La actuación de ese artista fue extremada, ¡me dejó sin palabras!