Extremas (en. Extreme)

/eks.tɾe.mas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Conditions characterized by being intense or severe.
Extreme temperatures can affect people's health.
Las extremas de temperatura pueden afectar la salud de las personas.
Situations that are at one end of a spectrum.
Extreme opinions often generate controversy.
Las opiniones extremas suelen generar controversia.

Etymology

From the Latin 'extremus', meaning 'extreme' or 'last'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

under extreme conditions
in very difficult or severe situations.
en condiciones extremas
extreme reactions
responses that are very intense or extreme.
reacciones extremas
extreme measures
actions taken in severe or critical situations.
medidas extremas

Related Words

extreme
That is at the limit or in the furthest part of something.
extremo
extremism
Adoption of radical ideas or practices.
extremismo

Slang Meanings

At the top of everything.
That place is extreme, there's always a lot of adrenaline.
Ese lugar es extremo, siempre hay mucha adrenalina.
When something is very impressive.
That movie was extreme, I can't stop thinking about it.
Esa película fue extrema, no puedo dejar de pensar en ella.