ADJECTIVE
extrem/ɛksˈtʁeːm/extreme; excessive; extremely
extrem is a German adjective that means extreme, excessive, or extremely. It is pronounced /ɛksˈtʁeːm/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "extremer" and "extremsten".
Definitions
1.very strong or far beyond the usual or average; extreme(degree/intensity, attribute)
a.exceptional or far on one end of a scale
Die Temperaturen waren diesen Sommer extrem hoch.—The temperatures were extremely high this summer.
b.going far beyond what is usual or accepted (often negative)
Sein Verhalten war extrem unhöflich.—His behavior was extremely rude.
2.to a very great degree; extremely(adverb, intensity)
a.used for emphasis before an adjective or adverb
Sie ist extrem talentiert.—She is extremely talented.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | extrem |
|---|---|
| Comparative | extremer |
| Superlative | extremsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "extrem" mean in English?
- "extrem" means extreme, excessive, or extremely. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "extrem"?
- "extrem" is pronounced /ɛksˈtʁeːm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "extrem"?
- The comparative of "extrem" is "extremer" and the superlative is "extremsten".
- What part of speech is "extrem"?
- "extrem" is a adjective in German.
