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fanatically

/fəˈnæt.ɪ.kli/
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Adjective:fanatical
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• adverb

1

In a manner marked by extreme, uncritical, and often single-minded zeal or devotion, typically toward a religion, political cause, or ideology.

Example

"The members of the movement were fanatically devoted to their leader's every word."

2

With obsessive enthusiasm, intense dedication, or excessive attention to a particular hobby, activity, or standard.

Example

"He keeps his vintage car collection fanatically clean and polished."

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fanaticism
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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'fanatical', which traces back to Latin 'fanaticus' ('inspired by a deity, frenzied'), from 'fanum' ('temple' or 'shrine').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fanatically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fanatically
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