extremism
Translation
extremism
Examples
The government is cracking down on political extremism.
The government is cracking down on political extremism.
Religious extremism can lead to violence.
Religious extremism can lead to violence.
Grammar Patterns
((as an uncountable noun)) the belief in and support for ideas that are very far from what most people consider correct or reasonable The government is cracking down on political extremism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: radicalism, fanaticism; Antonyms: moderation, centrism
Etymology
From 'extreme' + '-ism' (a belief system). 'Extreme' comes from Latin 'extremus', meaning 'outermost'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'extreme-ism' – the 'ism' or belief in extreme ideas.