Fanaticism (Noun)
Meaning
Excessive intolerance of opposing views.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician's fanaticism towards opposing parties led to heated debates and gridlocked legislation.
- Her intolerance for dissenting opinions bordered on fanaticism, causing many to distance themselves from her.
- The social media platform struggled to balance free speech with the need to curb fanaticism and hate speech.
- His fanaticism towards a particular ideology made it impossible for him to engage in constructive dialogue with those who disagreed.
- The rise of fanaticism in online communities has led to increased polarization and decreased civility in public discourse.