Extremely
Extremely
Extremely (pronounced /ɪkˈstriːmli/) is an English adverb used to emphasize a high degree or extent of an action or quality. It is derived from the Latin word "extremus", meaning "outermost" or "utmost".
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, the term "extremely" is often used to describe the severity of a condition, symptom, or risk factor. For example, an "extremely high fever" would indicate a body temperature significantly above the normal range.
Related Terms
- Severity: The degree of harm a disease or condition can cause.
- Symptom: A physical or mental feature that is regarded as indicating a condition of disease.
- Risk Factor: Something that increases the chance of developing a disease or health disorder.
Etymology
The term "extremely" is derived from the Latin "extremus", which means "outermost" or "utmost". It came into use in the English language in the late 15th century.
Pronunciation
The term "extremely" is pronounced as /ɪkˈstriːmli/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Extremely
- Wikipedia's article - Extremely
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