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Fanatical

Verb / fʌˈnætɪkʌl / Another word for fanatical — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having extreme and often unreasonable enthusiasm or belief in something

Synonyms & similar words

overzealous fanatic rabid zealous enthusiastic passionate obsessed fervent dedicated committed intense ardent extremist radical maniacal crazed frenzied excited impassioned overzealous vehement rabid violent

Example sentences

  1. She was fanatical about her new hobby.
  2. He was a fanatical collector of stamps.
  3. The fans were fanatical about their favorite band.
  4. The politician had a fanatical following.
  5. The religious leader had many fanatical followers.

Quotes

  • A fanatic is a man that does what he thinks the Lord would do if He knew the facts of the case.
  • Fanaticism is the danger of the world. It always has been and it always will be.
  • Fanaticism consists in redoubling your efforts when you have forgotten your aim.

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