Extreem
Example: Het weer was extreem koud tijdens onze vakantie in januari.
Definition
"Extreem" is an adjective used to describe something that goes beyond the usual limits or degree, often indicating an intense or severe condition. For example, the phrase 'Het weer was extreem koud' means the weather was very cold, beyond normal expectations.
Etymology
The word "extreem" comes from the Latin word 'extremus,' which means 'outermost' or 'utmost.' It entered Dutch through French and Latin influences. Did you know? The same root gave rise to the English word 'extreme,' highlighting its shared linguistic heritage.
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"Extreem" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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