extreme
Translation
extreme, severe, utmost, radical
Examples
He lives in extreme poverty.
He lives in extreme poverty.
These are extreme measures.
These are extreme measures.
She loves extreme sports.
She loves extreme sports.
Grammar Patterns
((extreme)) + ((noun)) very great or severe He lives in extreme poverty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: severe, intense, radical; Antonyms: moderate, mild
Etymology
From Latin 'extremus', meaning 'outermost'. Related to 'exterior'.
Memory Tips
Think of being at the 'exit' or 'end' of a range – the most 'ex'treme point.