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Definition of extremistic
extremistic
/ɛkˌstriːˈmɪs.tɪk/
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Adverb:extremistically
extremistic Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
12
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
• adjective
1
Relating to, characteristic of, or advocating extremism or extremists; holding radical, fanatical, or uncompromising political or religious views.
Example
"The sociological study examined how online echo chambers can gradually foster extremistic ideologies among isolated youth."
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While "extremistic" is grammatically valid, native speakers and editors overwhelmingly prefer the shorter attributive form "extremist" (e.g., "extremist views" rather than "extremistic views").
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Extremistic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/extremistic