Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstriːmɪzəm/
noun the holding of extreme political or religious views; fanaticism
A1 Extremism is the belief in and support for extreme political or religious ideas.
A2 Some people are drawn to extremism because they feel marginalized or disenfranchised.
B1 Government efforts to combat extremism often involve education and community outreach.
B2 The rise of online extremism has posed new challenges for law enforcement agencies.
C1 Some experts argue that extremism can be fueled by socioeconomic inequalities and political instability.
C2 International cooperation is essential in addressing the global threat of extremism.
adjective extreme in nature or character
A1 Extremism is bad.
A2 She avoided the extremist group.
B1 The government is taking measures to combat extremism.
B2 The rise of extremism in the region is a cause for concern.
C1 The professor's research delves into the psychology of extremism.
C2 The documentary sheds light on the roots of extremism in society.
formal The government is taking measures to combat extremism in the country.
informal Some people believe that social media platforms are breeding grounds for extremism.
slang Extremism is just not cool, man.
figurative The roots of extremism run deep in society, like tangled vines choking the life out of a garden.
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