Simple meaning
What does Extreme mean?
very strong or very large in degree.
Dictionary definition
very great in degree, far from ordinary.
Example sentences
Extreme in a sentence
easy
The class used extreme to describe the result in simple words.
medium
In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more extreme.
hard
During group work, students explained how extreme changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
Synonyms
Words like Extreme
similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
Word family
Extreme word family
Base word
extreme
adjective
extreme
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does extreme mean?
Extreme means very strong or very large in degree.
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