Definition/Meaning of fanatic

• English - Adjective: fanatic ( comparative more fanatic , superlative most fanatic ) Fanatical . T . Moore But Faith , fanatic Faith , once wedded fast / To some dear falsehood , hugs it to the last . ( obsolete ) Showing evidence of possession by a god or demon; frenzied , overzealous . Translations
• English - Noun: fanatic ( plural fanatics ) A person who is zealously enthusiastic for some cause , especially in religion . Translations
• English - Alternative forms: fanatick ( obsolete )
• English - Etymology: First attested in 1525. From Latin fānāticus ( “ of a temple , divinely inspired , frenzied ” ), from fānum ( “ temple ” ). Influenced by French fanatique .
• English - Pronunciation: IPA (key) : /fəˈnæt.ɪk/ Rhymes: -ætɪk