Hardcore Meaning in English
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Definition
Describes something or someone who is extremely dedicated, intense, or extreme in an activity, belief, or style. It is also used to describe a style of music or media that is very raw or explicit.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal. Common in music ('hardcore punk'), sports ('hardcore fan'), or to describe explicit content ('hardcore movie'). Implies extremity and intensity. Not always positive—it can suggest obsessiveness or aggressiveness.
Example Sentences
He is a hardcore gamer who plays all night.
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This movie is too hardcore for children.
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She is a hardcore fan of that band.
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Only the most hardcore hikers reach the mountain’s summit in winter.
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That was a hardcore workout—my legs are shaking!
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She listens to hardcore punk every morning to wake up.
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