ultra
/'ʌltrə/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Extreme, especially in beliefs or opinions: Used to describe views, actions, or positions that are far beyond what is considered normal, moderate, or conventional.
- Going beyond the usual limits: Denoting an intense or excessive degree of a particular quality.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- His views on taxation are considered ultra conservative. (His taxation views are extremely conservative.)
- The group advocates for ultra nationalist policies. (The group supports extremely nationalist policies.)
- She follows an ultra strict diet. (She adheres to an extremely strict diet.)
Advanced Usage
- As a prefix: While "ultra" is used as a standalone adjective, it is more commonly encountered as a prefix meaning "beyond" or "extreme" (e.g., ultraviolet, ultrasonic, ultramodern). This usage indicates something surpassing the ordinary range or limits.
- Ultraviolet light is beyond the violet end of the visible spectrum.
- In political/social contexts: Often used to label factions or ideologies that reject compromise and hold extreme positions.
- The party's ultra faction refused to negotiate.
Variants and Related Words
- Ultra- (prefix): A combining form meaning "beyond" (ultrasound), "excessively" (ultracompetitive), or "extremely" (ultralight).
- Ultraism (n): The principles or practices of ultraradicals; extremism.
- Ultraist (n): A person who holds extreme views; an extremist.
Synonyms
- Extremist: A person who holds extreme political or religious views.
- Radical: Advocating for thorough or complete political or social reform.
- Fanatical: Filled with excessive and single-minded zeal.
- Hardline: Uncompromising, especially in politics.
Related Phrases
- Ultra right/left: Terms used to describe the most extreme factions within right-wing or left-wing politics.
- The ultra right candidate gained surprising support.
- Ultra marathon: A running race longer than the traditional marathon distance of 42.195 km, exemplifying the "extreme" meaning.
- He trained for years to complete an ultra marathon.
Related Idioms
(Note: "Ultra" itself is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions. Its meaning is typically conveyed directly.) - To be ultra about something: An informal phrase meaning to be extremely enthusiastic or strict about something. - He's ultra about security, checking the locks three times.
Adjective
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(used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm
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extremist political views
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radical opinions on education
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an ultra conservative
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