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    Fanatismo (en. Fanaticism)

    /fa.na.tis.mo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Behavior or attitude of someone who is extremely devoted or passionate about a cause.
    Religious fanaticism can lead to dangerous extremes.
    El fanatismo religioso puede llevar a peligrosas extremidades.
    Quality of being fanatical.
    The way he defends his football team borders on fanaticism.
    La manera en que defiende su equipo de fútbol roza el fanatismo.
    Intolerance towards other opinions or beliefs.
    Political fanaticism can divide society.
    El fanatismo político puede dividir a la sociedad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'fanaticus', which means 'belonging to a temple' or 'acting with religious fervor'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    excessive fanaticism
    Excessive devotion that can lead to aggressiveness.
    fanatismo desmedido
    battle of fanatism
    Confrontation between groups with extreme beliefs.
    batalla de fanatismos
    sports fanaticism
    Overflowing passion for a sports team.
    fanatismo deportivo

    Related Words

    fanatic
    A person who shows extreme fervor for something.
    fanático
    fervent
    One who has or manifests great fervor.
    ferviente
    intolerant
    One who does not tolerate or accept different ideas.
    intolerante

    Slang Meanings

    Extreme use of passions or beliefs.
    Don't be so fanatical, we need to understand others.
    No seas tan fanático, hay que entender a los demás.
    In an irrational or blind manner.
    That guy is a fanatic; he doesn't listen to other opinions.
    Ese tipo es un fanático; no escucha otras opiniones.