Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extremism
noun
/ɪkˈstrimɪzəm/
Definition
The belief in or support for ideas that are very far from what most people consider reasonable or acceptable.
Examples
- Political extremism can lead to unrest in a society.
- Religious extremism often results in violent actions.
- His views reflected a shift towards extremism in today’s politics.
Meaning
Extremism refers to the advocacy of extreme measures or beliefs, often in a political or religious context. It can involve radical views and actions that may go against mainstream values.
Synonyms
- radicalism
- fanaticism
- ultrism
- excessivism
