ultraism

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Extremism in politics or religion: "Ultraism" refers to the advocacy of extreme measures or views, especially in political or religious contexts. It denotes a position that goes beyond what is considered moderate or mainstream.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The party's shift toward ultraism alienated many moderate voters. (The party adopted extreme political views.)
  • His ultraism in religious matters led to conflicts within the community. (He held extreme and unyielding religious beliefs.)

Advanced Usage

• "to embrace ultraism": to adopt extreme or radical ideas.

  • The movement began to embrace ultraism after its leaders were imprisoned. (The movement became more radical.)

• "a wave of ultraism": a period or trend of widespread extremism.

  • The country experienced a wave of ultraism in the 1930s. (A period of intense political extremism.)

Variants and Related Words

• Ultraist (noun): a person who advocates extreme views.

  • The ultraist refused to compromise on any issue. (An extreme advocate.)

• Ultraistic (adj): relating to or characterized by ultraism.

  • Their ultraistic proposals were rejected by the committee. (Extreme in nature.)

Synonyms

• Extremism: the holding of extreme political or religious views.
• Radicalism: advocacy of thorough or complete political or social reform.
• Fanaticism: excessive and often irrational enthusiasm for a cause.

Phrasal Verbs

• (No common phrasal verbs are associated with "ultraism," as it is a noun.)

Related Idioms

• To go to extremes: to act or speak in an excessive or radical manner.

  • His ultraism meant he always went to extremes in debates. (He advocated extreme positions.)

• Beyond the pale: outside the bounds of acceptable behavior or opinion.

  • Their ultraism placed them beyond the pale of mainstream politics. (Their extremism was unacceptable.)