fanatic
1 synonym and 3 antonyms for fanatic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone with extreme, unshakeable enthusiasm for a cause, belief, or hobby.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use fanatic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
religious fanatic
fitness fanatic
Etymology
From Latin fanaticus, "inspired by a god, frenzied," originally describing worshippers at a temple (fanum).
Full origin of fanatic →Frequently asked questions
What does “fanatic” mean?
The word “fanatic” means someone with extreme, unshakeable enthusiasm for a cause, belief, or hobby. In plain terms, someone whose enthusiasm for something has tipped into extreme, sometimes alarming intensity.
How do you pronounce “fanatic”?
“Fanatic” is pronounced fuh-NAT-ihk (/fəˈnæt.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “fanatic” in a sentence?
Here is “fanatic” used in a sentence: “He's a fitness fanatic who runs ten miles every morning.”
What part of speech is “fanatic”?
“Fanatic” is a noun.
Where does the word “fanatic” come from?
The word “fanatic” comes from Latin. From Latin fanaticus, "inspired by a god, frenzied," originally describing worshippers at a temple (fanum).
Is “fanatic” a common word?
“Fanatic” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
