Pronunciation: /ˈluːnətɪk frɪndʒ/
noun a group or faction on the extreme or radical edge of a larger group or movement, typically characterized by unorthodox or extreme views
A1 The lunatic fringe of the group always comes up with wild ideas.
A2 She was considered part of the lunatic fringe for her unconventional beliefs.
B1 The artist was known for attracting the lunatic fringe of society to his exhibitions.
B2 The political party's policies appealed to the lunatic fringe but were unpopular with the mainstream.
C1 The professor's theories were dismissed by many as belonging to the lunatic fringe of academia.
C2 The author's controversial book attracted attention from the lunatic fringe as well as serious scholars.
formal The lunatic fringe of the political party often espouses extreme views that are not representative of the majority.
informal I try to avoid hanging out with the lunatic fringe of our group because they always cause drama.
slang Those guys are part of the lunatic fringe - they're always up to something crazy.
figurative She felt like she was on the lunatic fringe of society, with her unconventional beliefs and lifestyle choices.
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