Learn how to use the comparative “more extreme” and superlative “most extreme” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “extreme”?

The comparative form of “extreme” is “more extreme”.

Example

Skydiving is more extreme than bungee jumping.

Example

Mountaineering is more extreme than hiking.

What is the superlative form of “extreme”?

The superlative form of “extreme” is “most extreme”.

Example

Among all the sports, base jumping is the most extreme.

Example

The roller coaster ride was the most extreme I've ever experienced.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "extreme" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more extreme" and "most extreme" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of severity or intensity.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Extreme" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more extreme”

more intense

Used to describe something that is more severe or extreme.

Example

The storm became more intense as the wind picked up.

more drastic

Used to indicate that something is more extreme or severe in its effects or consequences.

Example

The company had to take more drastic measures to cut costs.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most extreme”

most intense

Used to describe something that is the most severe or extreme.

Example

The pain in my leg was the most intense I've ever felt.

most drastic

Used to indicate that something is the most extreme or severe in its effects or consequences.

Example

The decision to close the factory was the most drastic measure they could take.

Using than with comparative “more extreme”

When using the comparative form "more extreme" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Skydiving is more extreme than bungee jumping." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of intensity or severity in "skydiving" is higher than the level of intensity or severity in "bungee jumping."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more extreme” and “most extreme” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Sports

  Snowboarding is more extreme than skiing.

  Snowboarding is more extreme than skiing.

• 2. Weather

  The hurricane was the most extreme weather event of the year.

  The hurricane was the most extreme weather event of the year.

• 3. Measures

  The government had to take more extreme measures to control the outbreak.

  The government had to take more extreme measures to control the outbreak.

• 4. Situations

  The situation became the most extreme when the power went out.

  The situation became the most extreme when the power went out.

Related idioms and phrases

Go to extremes

To behave in an extreme or excessive way.

Example

He always goes to extremes to prove his point.

In the extreme

To a great or extreme degree.

Example

Her reaction to the news was in the extreme.