极
extreme; pole; utmost; very; surname
Meanings
6 senses · 27 examplesnoun
summit; extremity; furthest point
formalUsed to describe the highest or farthest point of something.
The mountaineers finally reached the summit of this mountain.
He would stop at nothing to make money.
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This performance brought artistic expressiveness to the extreme.
Walk to the end of this alley and you will reach my home.
His patience has run out completely.
noun
pole; magnetic pole; electrode
formalUsed in scientific and geographical contexts.
The South Pole and North Pole of the Earth are the coldest regions on the planet.
The north and south poles of this magnet attracted many iron filings.
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Please connect the positive and negative electrodes of the battery correctly.
There are many rare wild animals in the Arctic region.
This socket has two poles for plugging in AC power adapters.
verb
to reach the limit; to exhaust
formalOften used with verbs to indicate reaching the maximum extent.
He did his utmost to complete this arduous task.
Standing on the mountain top, he looked as far as his eyes could reach, enjoying the boundless beautiful scenery.
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When things develop to the extreme, they will transform in the opposite direction, which is the principle of things turning when they reach the extreme.
This gala was the most spectacular event of its time, attracting tens of thousands of spectators.
He tried his best to prove his point and gained everyone's approval.
adjective
ultimate; highest; final
neutralDescribes the highest level or final state of something.
The high temperature resistance of this material has reached its limit.
Scientists are studying life phenomena in extreme environments.
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The maximum load capacity of this transport is 20 tons, reaching the extreme capacity of this vehicle.
This project has reached its final stage and will be completed soon.
The company has introduced a top-level extreme confidentiality measure.
adverb
very; extremely; highly
neutralUsed before adjectives or verbs to emphasize the degree. Can also be used as a complement with "了" without "得".
The food at this restaurant is extremely delicious, with many customers every day.
This matter is extremely important to me, I must handle it in person.
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Only a very small number of people won awards in this event.
He is very interested in this newly released movie and has already bought the ticket.
I was extremely busy with work yesterday, I worked overtime until 10 PM before going home.
noun
surname Ji
neutralUsed as a family name.
Mr. Ji is a new colleague at our company.
Teacher Ji teaches Chinese literature at the university.