extremity — the furthest point or limit of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the furthest point or limit of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈstriːməti/
Example Sentences
- The penguin waddled to the extremity of the iceberg and realized it was a really bad place for a selfie.
- Frostbite typically affects the extremities first, so wear gloves and warm socks.
- The GPS led us to the extremity of civilization, where even pizza delivery doesn't reach.
extremity
NOUN[/ɪkˈstriːməti/]
the furthest point or limit of something
The climber clung to the extremity of the cliff, fingers barely holding on.
At life's extremity, celebrity meets adversity
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'extremitas', derived from 'extremus' meaning 'outermost' or 'last', which comes from 'exterus' meaning 'outer'. The word entered English through Old French.
Breakdown
extrem- (outermost, from Latin extremus) + -ity (noun suffix denoting state or quality) = extremity
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📝Examples
“The penguin waddled to the extremity of the iceberg and realized it was a really bad place for a selfie.”
“Frostbite typically affects the extremities first, so wear gloves and warm socks.”
“The GPS led us to the extremity of civilization, where even pizza delivery doesn't reach.”
“The extremity of his anger was evident when he started arguing with the vending machine.”
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