extremist
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for extremist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who holds or promotes extreme, especially radical or violent, views.
Synonyms
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Less common
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A person who holds or promotes extreme, especially radical or violent, views.
“The documentary interviewed a former extremist who had left the movement.”
Opposites
How to use extremist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
extremist group
extremist ideology
Etymology
Formed from "extreme" + the agent suffix -ist, meaning "one who holds [extreme views]."
Full origin of extremist →Frequently asked questions
What does “extremist” mean?
The word “extremist” means a person who holds or promotes extreme, especially radical or violent, views. In plain terms, someone (or something) holding views far outside the mainstream, often associated with radical action.
How do you pronounce “extremist”?
“Extremist” is pronounced ihk-STREE-mihst (/ɪkˈstɹiːmɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “extremist” in a sentence?
Here is “extremist” used in a sentence: “The documentary interviewed a former extremist who had left the movement.”
What part of speech is “extremist”?
Depending on how it is used, “extremist” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “extremist” a common word?
“Extremist” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “extremist” have?
“Extremist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who holds or promotes extreme, especially radical or violent, views.
