extreme

Definition

  • n. the furthest or highest degree of something
  • adj. of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
  • adj. far beyond a norm in quantity or amount or degree; to an utmost degree
  • adj. beyond a norm in views or actions

Word forms

Plural
extremes
Comparative
extremer
Superlative
extremest

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The extreme of the mountain was covered in snow.

  2. a.

    His extreme opinion on the matter shocked everyone.