Extremado (en. Extreme)

/eks.tɾeˈma.ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that is taken to an extreme or is very intense.
His extreme behavior in the meeting surprised everyone.
Su comportamiento extremado en la reunión sorprendió a todos.
It is used to describe a situation that is disproportionate or exaggerated.
The extreme prices of the products have generated complaints among consumers.
El extremado precios de los productos han generado quejas entre los consumidores.
It refers to opinions or attitudes that are very rigid or dogmatic.
His extreme stance on the subject made the discussion difficult.
Su postura extremada sobre el tema hizo que la discusión fuera difícil.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin adjective 'extrematus', which means 'carried to the extreme'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to the extreme
In an extreme manner, without moderation.
al extremo
to reach the extreme
To reach a point that is difficult to bear or understand.
llegar al extremo
to be extreme
To have very strong opinions or behaviors.
ser extremado

Related Words

extremism
Tendency to adopt radical stances on certain issues.
extremismo
extremity
Each of the final parts of a living being, such as arms or legs.
extremidad
extreme
Something that is at the limit, whether in quantity or quality.
extremo

Slang Meanings

It refers to people who act in a very intense or passionate manner.
That girl is extreme, she's always on the brink of madness.
Esa chica es extremada, siempre está al borde de la locura.
In some contexts, it can refer to people who are very strict or rigorous.
My coach is extreme, he doesn't allow anyone to relax during training.
Mi coach es extremado, no permite que nadie se relaje en los entrenamientos.