extreme
|ex/treme|
B2
/ɪkˈstriːm/
to a great degree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'extreme' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'extremus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out of' and 'ter-' meant 'earth.'
Historical Evolution
'extremus' transformed into the Old French word 'extreme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'extreme' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'outermost' or 'farthest,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'very great or severe.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the furthest or highest degree of something.
He was pushed to the extreme of his patience.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35