Usage Note
Ultraderecha is a compound noun formed from ultra- (beyond) and derecha (right). It denotes the far-right end of the political spectrum and is used as a noun (la ultraderecha) or in compound adjectives (partido de ultraderecha). The parallel term for the far left is ultraizquierda. Neutral in register but politically charged by context.
Examples
"La ultraderecha obtuvo más escaños en las últimas elecciones."
Natural Translation
The far right won more seats in the last elections.

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