fanatic

Definition

  • noun: a person who is very enthusiastic about something
  • adjective: marked by excessive enthusiasm and often intense uncritical devotion
  • synonyms: ultra, unreasonable, enthusiast

Examples

  • She was 'fanatically' devoted to her job.

  • a religious 'fanatic' [='extremist']

  • He is 'fanatical about' boating.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) That was Karla. He went back to die rather than giving in. Yes, and that's how I k now he can be beaten. Because he's a fanatic. And the fanatic is always concealing a secret doubt. What did he look like? I can't remember. After today, Peter, (..)
    2011 Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy