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Great, or greater than normal, in quantity or size
(neutral or positive) Comparative for of a high or the highest degree or intensity
“It was paradise on earth, and he was in a state of extreme bliss.”
Comparative for very severe or serious
“Negotiations had broken down, and the president decided that it was time for extreme measures.”
Comparative for furthest from the center or a given point
“For proper operation, each SCSI bus segment must be terminated at the two extreme ends of the segment.”
Comparative for far beyond the norm in terms of public opinion
“These extreme positions tend to put fear into the minds of the country's population.”
Comparative for denoting or relating to a sport involving great risk
“From a young age, he displayed a degree of fearlessness that predisposed him to a career in extreme sports.”
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