Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extremo
Adjective/Noun
eks-TRE-mo
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Definition
The utmost point or boundary; the highest or most intense degree of something.
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Examples
- The temperature reached an extremo of 40 degrees Celsius, making it unbearable to be outside.
- His views on the matter were considered extremo, pushing the boundaries of conventional thought.
- The athlete faced extremo challenges during the competition, yet he persevered and succeeded.
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Meaning
In a broader context, ‘extremo’ refers to extreme situations, conditions, or attributes that are the furthest from the norm, often involving great severity or intensity.
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Synonyms
- extreme
- ultimate
- maximum
- excessive
- radical