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fanatic
fa·nat·ic [ fə náttik ]


noun  (plural fa·nat·ics)
Definition:
 
1. extremist: a holder of extreme or irrational enthusiasms or beliefs, especially in religion or politics
2. fan of something: somebody who is very enthusiastic about a pastime or hobby


adjective 
Definition:
 

Same as  fanatical
[Mid-16th century. Directly or via French< Latin fanaticus "inspired by a god, frenzied" < fanum "temple"]

fa·nat·i·cism [ fə nátti sìzzəm ] noun
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