Dictionary Entry
extremity
nounFind the meaning of the word extremity, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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a state of severe difficulty
Example Sentence
The hikers were driven to the extremity of eating snow to survive after three days lost in the storm.
Usage Note
Use when someone faces the worst possible conditions or must take desperate measures.