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Meaning of Fanatic | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
fəˈnæt.ɪk

Definitions

A person who is zealously enthusiastic for some cause.

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Examples

“The reclusive tycoon calling himself the Illusive Man is a human nationalist focused on advancing human interests, whatever the cost to non-humans. The Citadel Council regards him as a fanatic posing a serious threat to galactic security.”
“A zealot can't change his mind. A fanatic can't change his mind and won't change the subject. —Winston Churchill (attributed)”
“A fanatic is one who redoubles his effort when he has forgotten his aim. —George Santayana”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
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