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su·per·la·tive
 superlative
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- pronunciation:
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puhr
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of the finest kind or highest quality.
He is a superlative flute player.- synonyms:
- best, finest, first-class, first-rate, superb
- antonyms:
- poor
- similar words:
- ace, capital, classic, excellent, exceptional, exquisite, magnificent, outstanding, prime, sterling, super, superior, supreme, top
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| definition 2: |
having to do with the form of adjectives and adverbs that indicates the highest or most extreme degree of comparison.
"Newest" and "most readily" are the superlative forms of "new" and "readily." |
| related words: |
choice, splendid |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the superlative degree, or a word or form in this degree.
She used the superlative "best" to describe her opinion of the painting.
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| derivations: |
superlatively (adv.), superlativeness (n.) |
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