noun
fanaticism
fuh-NAT-ih-sih-zuhm
Fanaticism (noun) means Extreme, unquestioning devotion to a cause or belief. Example: “The rise of political fanaticism worried historians.”
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Extreme, unquestioning devotion to a cause or belief.
"The rise of political fanaticism worried historians."
How to use fanaticism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality or state of being fanatical — extreme, blind devotion.
Common pairings
religious fanaticism
political fanaticism
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Etymology
From fanatic + -ism, following the same pattern as "heroism" or "criticism."
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What does “fanaticism” mean?
The word “fanaticism” means extreme, unquestioning devotion to a cause or belief. In plain terms, the quality or state of being fanatical — extreme, blind devotion.
How do you pronounce “fanaticism”?
“Fanaticism” is pronounced fuh-NAT-ih-sih-zuhm (/fəˈnæɾ.ɪ.sɪ.zm̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “fanaticism” in a sentence?
Here is “fanaticism” used in a sentence: “The rise of political fanaticism worried historians.”
What part of speech is “fanaticism”?
“Fanaticism” is a noun.
