ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Fanatical

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /fəˈnætɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Fanatical is an adjective meaning Having an extreme, irrational zeal or enthusiasm for a specific cause.

Meaning

Having an extreme, irrational zeal or enthusiasm for a specific cause.

Example Sentences

fanatical belief
fanatical devotion
fanatical follower
He’s a fanatical supporter of the local football team.

Synonyms for fanatical

Depending on context, synonyms include passionate, rabid, overzealous.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include passionate, overzealous, rabid, fanaticism, sectarian, bigoted.

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