Get the answer to the NYT Spelling Bee clue “Extreme, radical or far outside norm”, starting with the letters ul.
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adjective
- Going beyond others or beyond due limit extreme
noun
- One that is ultra extremist
prefix
- Beyond in space on the other side trans-
"ultraviolet"
- Beyond the range or limits of transcending super-
"ultramicroscopic"
- Beyond what is ordinary, proper, or moderate excessively extremely
"ultramodern"
adjective
- Designed exclusively for quick market success as opposed to quality or artistic merit
"an ultracommercial movie"
adjective
- Subjected to pasteurization at higher than normal temperatures especially to extend shelf life
"ultra-pasteurized cream"
adjective
- Containing or made primarily with highly processed ingredients including artificial additives (such as coloring, flavoring, and preservatives) and typically having high levels of fat, sugar, or salt
"Though it's easy to spot so-called 'junk food,' experts note that ultra-processed food may come in deceptive forms like protein bars marketed as healthy."
adverb or adjective
- Beyond the scope or in excess of legal power or authority
noun
- The highest point capable of being attained acme
- The most profound degree of a quality or state
adjective
- Advanced to a very high level of cultural or technological development
"an ultracivilized city/society"
- Characterized by a very high degree of taste, refinement, or restraint
"ultracivilized dining"
adjective
- Characterized by strict adherence to orthodox beliefs or practices
"taking an ultraorthodox approach"
This clue was used on June 5, 2025.