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VocabJLPT N2

extreme

Nounな-Adjective

Definitions

1. extreme
2. extremity

This noun and な-adjective describes something that is at an extreme end, going too far in one direction. It is often used to warn against all-or-nothing thinking or overly radical behavior.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He introduced himself by saying he has "an extremely cautious personality."

Sentence 2

Who's actually going to follow a rule that extreme?

Sentence 3

Isn't this discussion getting extremely emotional?

Sentence 4

Honestly, I think I may have set my expectations way too high.

Sentence 5

The temperature swings in the morning were so extreme I had no idea what to wear.