Select the most appropriate synonym to substitute the bracketed word in the given sentence.

In the twentieth century, many (radical) intellectuals embraced the mass media.

fanatical

The most appropriate synonym to substitute the bracketed word in the given sentence is fanatical.

• Radical means "extreme in opinion or action; having or based on fundamental principles."
• Sabbatical means "a period of temporary absence from one's regular work, typically for study or travel."
• Egotistical means "having or showing an excessive or arrogant sense of one's own importance or abilities."
• Skeptical means "having or showing doubt or disbelief."
• Fanatical means "having or showing a fanatical enthusiasm or zeal."