Extreme
Example: The conditions are extreme and difficult to manage
Definition
"Extreme" describes conditions or situations that are very severe, intense, or far beyond the usual or ordinary limits, often making them difficult to manage or endure, such as in the phrase 'The conditions are extreme and difficult to manage.'
Etymology
The word "extreme" comes from the Latin word 'extremus,' meaning 'outermost' or 'utmost.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages, originally used to describe something at the farthest point or limit. Did you know? "Extreme" shares roots with words like 'extremity,' which also denote the utmost degree or outer edge.
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"Extreme" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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