/faˈnatiko/
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Translation
fanatical
Word origin
From Latin fanaticus ('of a temple, inspired by a god'), from fanum ('temple'). The same root gives English 'fanatic' and 'profane'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- fanum
- English cognates
- fanatic, profane
Grammar
Femininefanática
Masc pluralfanáticos
Fem pluralfanáticas
Examples
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He is a fanatical supporter of that team.
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She has a fanatical devotion to music.
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Do not be so fanatical about your ideas.
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What fanatical people there are at that match!
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The fanatics filled the stadium from early on.
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