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Meaning of extremist
A person who holds extreme or radical views, especially in politics or religion
Etymology of extremist
The word "extremist" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the Latin words "extremus," meaning "outermost" or "farthest," and the suffix "-ist," which forms nouns indicating a person who practices or advocates a particular doctrine or ideology
Historically, the term was used to describe individuals or groups holding radical or unconventional views, often in opposition to mainstream or moderate perspectives
Synonyms
radical
fanatic
zealot
militant
activist
enthusiast
devotee
fundamentalist
hardliner
extremist
die-hard
partisan
ultra
radicalist
revolutionist
insurgent
rebel
subversive
terrorist
bomber
assassin
killer
murderer
fanaticist
sectary
separatist
isolationist
dogmatist
ideologue
doctrinaire
chauvinist
jingoist
nationalist
supremacist
racist
bigot
sectarian
Definitions
- A person who holds extreme or radical views, especially in politics or religion
- * A person who advocates or engages in extremist activities, such as violence or terrorism
Usage Examples
- The government has been criticized for its handling of the extremist group, which has been responsible for several violent attacks
- * The extremist views of the politician have sparked controversy and debate among voters
Antonyms
moderate
liberal
conservative
centrist
pragmatist
realist
rationalist
skeptic
doubter
unbeliever
secularist
humanist
pluralist
internationalist
globalist
pacifist
peacemaker
mediator
negotiator
compromiser
conciliator
mollifier
appeaser
reformer
gradualist