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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fundamentalist

/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəlɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does fundamentalist mean?

noun

A person who adheres to a strict, literal interpretation of a set of principles, often religious or ideological, and who rejects any compromise or modification of those principles.

Example

"The fundamentalist group refused to compromise on their stance, even in the face of overwhelming opposition."

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