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adjective

variants or fanatical
as in extreme
being very far from the center of public opinion because of her fanatical views, her friends know better than to try to discuss the issues with her

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Recent Examples of fanatic
Noun
For coffee fanatics short on space but not on taste, Keurig's K-Mini Mate Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker is for you. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025 Watching these Eagles linebackers was a treat for football fanatics — and stunning for fans who’ve seen the Eagles linebackers for much of the past decade. Zach Berman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
There is an almost mythical, fanatical connection between the Republic of Ireland and Leeds. Beren Cross, New York Times, 8 Aug. 2025 Koepka's wife, Jena Sims, also makes a brief cameo as a crazed golf fanatic cheering on the opposing team. Jordana Comiter, People.com, 28 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fanatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fanatic
Noun
  • There is, actually, another category of nail lovers that has emerged in recent years, and those are people who swear by temporary press-ons.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Four Seasons Napa Valley For wine lovers and those who love them, any time is a great time to visit Napa Valley.
    Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • During World War II, the song was transformed by Italian partisans into an anti-fascist anthem.
    Amanda Castro Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Albert Rowuin, who lives in Orange County, is a hardcore partisan.
    Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Ketamine therapy’s most common short-term side effects are dizziness and nausea, but in extreme cases, long-term, heavy use of ketamine is associated with memory problems, gastrointestinal issues, and urinary tract infections, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
    Rachel Hale, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Tootles’ death disproves this, showing that a hybrid being can die under extreme circumstances.
    Leia Mendoza, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The World Athletics website has live results and a full schedule for fans to keep up with.
    Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
  • This is part of a business model that has worked for TCU’s regular-season record, but increasingly frustrates fans who want to see a decent matchup in September.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • An Israeli military official, speaking on condition of anonymity under military guidelines, told The Associated Press that about 2,000 to 3,000 Hamas militants remain in Gaza City, along with a network of tunnels.
    Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
  • The Israeli military estimates there are up to 3,000 Hamas militants in Gaza City, a military official said Tuesday, but the tiny number underscores the nearly impossible task facing the IDF, comprising less than 1% of the local population.
    Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Mom screams like a rabid animal.
    Dr. Sue Varma, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Speaking of being a rabid dog, how did that help you as a producer through production?
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Staff are horology enthusiasts who understand movement, casebacks, complexity, and provenance.
    Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
  • These aftermarket ultra-high performance summer tires are an excellent choice for driving enthusiasts seeking to maximize grip in both dry and wet conditions (the fitment was 235/40R18—the factory stock size for the Civic Si).
    Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • My dear friend Charlie Kirk was our country's relentless and courageous crusader for free speech.
    Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
  • The prosecutor in Lula’s case was Sérgio Moro, a conservative anti-corruption crusader who went on to become Bolsonaro’s justice minister.
    Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2025

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“Fanatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fanatic. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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