CEFR B2

fanatic

noun

Meaning

A person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious or political cause, or an intense devotion to a hobby or interest.

Examples

He's a true football fanatic, watching every game and knowing all the team statistics.
The political fanatic refused to listen to any opposing viewpoints, convinced only his own ideas were correct.

Synonyms: enthusiast, devotee, zealot, extremist

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fanatic (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /fəˈnætɪk/

Definition

A person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious or political cause, or an intense devotion to a hobby or interest.

Examples

He's a true football fanatic, watching every game and knowing all the team statistics.
The political fanatic refused to listen to any opposing viewpoints, convinced only his own ideas were correct.
Her dedication to environmental causes was so strong that some called her an eco-fanatic.

How to Use fanatic

a fanatic for something (prepositional phrase): Showing extreme enthusiasm or devotion to a particular thing. — "She's a fanatic for classical music, attending every concert."

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