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Definition of Superlative
1. Adjective. Highest in quality.
2. Noun. An exaggerated expression (usually of praise). "The critics lavished superlatives on it"
Examples of language type: Best, Worst, Most, Least, Most, Fewest, Closest, Nearest, Nighest
3. Noun. The highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development. "At the top of his profession"
Generic synonyms: Degree, Level, Point, Stage
Derivative terms: Elevate, Elevate, Meridian, Peak, Top, Top
4. Noun. The superlative form of an adjective or adverb. "`most surely' is the superlative of the adverb `surely'"
Definition of Superlative
1. a. Lifted up to the highest degree; most eminent; surpassing all other; supreme; as, superlative wisdom or prudence; a woman of superlative beauty; the superlative glory of the divine character.
2. n. That which is highest or most eminent; the utmost degree.
Definition of Superlative
1. Noun. The highest extent or degree of something. ¹
2. Noun. (grammar) The form of an adjective that expresses which of more than two items has the highest degree of the quality expressed by the adjective; in English, formed by appending "-est" to the end of the adjective (for some short adjectives only) or putting "most" before it. ¹
3. Noun. (informal) An adjective used to praise something exceptional. ¹
4. Adjective. Exceptionally good; of the highest quality; superb. ¹
5. Adjective. (grammar) Of or relating to a superlative. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Superlative
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Superlative
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