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- pronunciation:
- ihk
stri
mihst
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a person who takes a radical stand and encourages radical action or thinking, esp. in politics.
The extremists wish to do away with the republic and bring about a return of the monarchy.- antonyms:
- moderate
- similar words:
- fanatic, radical
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| definition 2: |
a person who is a member of an organization that advocates extreme acts or policies.
The bombing was carried out by extremists.- similar words:
- radical
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| related words: |
zealot |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
of or pertaining to extremists or extreme actions.
Extremist factions are eroding the party's popularity.- similar words:
- fanatic
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| related words: |
radical |
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