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ex·trem·ist    Audio Help   [ik-stree-mist] Pronunciation Key
–noun
1.a person who goes to extremes, esp. in political matters.
2.a supporter or advocate of extreme doctrines or practices.
–adjective
3.belonging or pertaining to extremists.
[Origin: 1840–50; extreme + -ist]
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ex·trem·ist    Audio Help   (ĭk-strē'mĭst)  Pronunciation Key 
n.   One who advocates or resorts to measures beyond the norm, especially in politics.

ex·trem'ism n., ex·trem'ist adj.
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extremist

adjective
1. (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm; "extremist political views"; "radical opinions on education"; "an ultra conservative" 

noun
1. a person who holds extreme views 

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