EXTREMES Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

extremes

noun

plural of extreme

as in extremities

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Recent Examples of extremes Extreme Sunrise And Sunset Points The sun’s path across the sky also reaches its annual extremes on the solstice, causing extreme sunrises and sunsets. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 The extremes The White Sox experienced extreme weather at home games seven years apart, almost to the day. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026 There can be no equivalences drawn between the two political extremes in this country, especially when one extreme is led by a man who rarely speaks without lying. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025 Ten years on the Moon exposes the battery at fortnightly intervals to extremes of heat and cold, with temperatures during the lunar night dropping as low as -334 °F (-173 °C) and staying near that extreme for two weeks. — New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2025 Trends observed include increases in hot extremes and extreme single-day precipitation events, declines in cold extremes, regional shifts in annual precipitation, warming of the Earth's oceans, a decrease in ocean pH, rising sea levels, and an increase in wildfire severity. — Connor Giffin, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025 The scientists found that exposure to heat extremes (temperatures which exceeded the 99th percentile) led to a reduction in bird populations at latitudes below 55 degrees north or south, with the most extreme effects felt in the tropics, meaning latitudes below 23 degrees. — Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025

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Noun

The Milky Way passes through the lower extremities of the Scorpion.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 26 June 2026
The pathologist documented extensive bruising and hemorrhage involving Joanna’s abdomen, flanks, back, buttocks, thighs and lower extremities, according to the affidavit.

— Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026

Definition of extremities

Noun

Designed for autonomous mobile robots, humanoids, and industrial automation systems, the sensor provides 180°×180° three-dimensional spatial awareness, enabling robots to detect people and obstacles at all heights.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026
Well, Tristan climbed it; my knee-knocking fear of heights halted me halfway up.

— Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026

Definition of heights

Noun

Boat trips, scenic drives and day excursions take you through a landscape of mountain peaks, remote islands and picturesque fishing villages.

— Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026

Definition of peaks

Noun

Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026
Read More Lifestyle Writer Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.

— Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Definition of tips

Noun

The Ed Sullivan Theater, which first opened in 1927, is a 13-story shadow box preserving bits from a rich history of pop culture pinnacles past.

— Edward Segarra, USA Today, 2 July 2026
The human hand is one of three pinnacles of hominid evolution, along with the brain and the voice box.

— Stephen Witt, New Yorker, 29 June 2026

Definition of pinnacles

Noun

The brand has tons of airy dresses, breezy tops, lightweight bottoms, and vacation-ready staples that feel elevated (without the designer price tag).

— Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
In doing so, the clips render traditional bras extraordinarily versatile and allow for seamless wear beneath racerback tops, cap sleeves, and more styles.

— Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 9 July 2026

Definition of tops

Noun

Success of past summits often hinged on whether the 32-member body reached consensus on parrying Russian threats.

— Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 7 July 2026
The challenge Kate took part in involved climbing the highest summits in Scotland, England and Wales — Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, respectively — within 24 hours.

— Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026

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