extreme

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. much more than what is usual, reasonable, or expected.

adj. exceeding the bounds of moderation; excessive or radical in nature.

“His extreme views on politics made it difficult for him to agree with his colleagues.”

“The government was forced to take extreme measures to stabilize the currency after the sudden market crash.”

B1 · Intermediate Sports

adj. describing sports that are very dangerous or difficult.

adj. relating to sports or activities that involve a high level of physical risk and specialized gear.

“Skydiving and mountain climbing are popular extreme sports for people who love excitement.”

“The documentary explores why certain athletes are drawn to extreme sports despite the significant risk of life-altering injury.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. the furthest possible point or the highest level of something.

n. the utmost point, degree, or condition of something.

“The two brothers are at opposite extremes when it comes to being organized.”

“The philosopher argued that virtue often lies in the middle ground between two extremes of human behavior.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Mathematics Technical

n. the first and last numbers in a mathematical ratio.

n. the first and last terms of a proportion or series.

“In the ratio one to two equals three to six, one and six are the extremes.”

“To solve the proportion, the student multiplied the extremes and compared the result to the product of the means.”