FANATIC, FANATICAL
\fɐnˈatɪk], \fɐnˈatɪk], \f_ɐ_n_ˈa_t_ɪ_k]\
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Wild and extravagant in opinions, particularly in religious opinions; excessively enthusiastic; possessed or characterized by a kind of frenzy; as, a fanatic people; fanatic zeal; fanatic notions or opinions. "Fanatic Egypt and her priests."-Milton.
By Daniel Lyons
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