1
as in crisis
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
made offers of aid to the refugees, and of asylum in extremity
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in height
the most extreme or advanced point
at its extremity the fever was actually life-threatening
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of extremity
Mercenaries occupy this gray zone at the extremities of human morality and experience.
—
Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
Meester is pure unhinged mean girl personified as the Kaylinn of Gloria’s imagination, contextualizing every Insta post in the most outrageous extremities that only hurts her own sense of self.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
The boy, who lives in another part of Oakland, was wounded at least twice in the lower extremities, authorities said.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Both locations work in research, development, engineering, production, and orthopedics, focusing on trauma and extremities as well as foot and ankle care.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 12 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for extremity
Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
Meester is pure unhinged mean girl personified as the Kaylinn of Gloria’s imagination, contextualizing every Insta post in the most outrageous extremities that only hurts her own sense of self.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
The boy, who lives in another part of Oakland, was wounded at least twice in the lower extremities, authorities said.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Both locations work in research, development, engineering, production, and orthopedics, focusing on trauma and extremities as well as foot and ankle care.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 12 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for extremity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extremity
Noun
-
During the financial crisis in spring 2008, then-candidate Barack Obama dismissed his rivals' calls for a federal gas tax suspension.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
-
The fighting has pushed many people into famine, caused a huge displacement crisis and left over 30 million people in need of humanitarian assistance.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Wednesday that the 250-foot height will honor America's 250 years of existence.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
-
Due to building restrictions, the team stuck with the original footprint but were able to extend the height 15 feet, making way for more gracious guest rooms.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
The woman was found with three gunshot wounds to her chest, while the man was shot in the head, police said.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
-
Another man, a 35-year-old, showed up at Temple Hospital's Episcopal Campus with a gunshot wound to his head, police said.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Triple-A depth is starting to get healthy, too, with right-hander Corbin Martin coming off the IL on Sunday after dealing with back spasms and getting into Tuesday’s game, while right-hander Collin Snider (arm fatigue) is expected to pitch for Iowa in the next day or two.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
-
Cherry tomatoes, shallots, and basil add a refreshing depth to the pasta while the garlic adds the traditional Italian flavor.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
But while inflation has surged and meat prices have soared, Minnesota's $70 per-event prize limit hasn't changed in nearly 40 years.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
-
Later, disciplined Saturn conjoins the Moon, reminding us to honor limits, confirm expectations, and be as reasonable as possible in this ever-shifting world.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Extremity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extremity. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
