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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

superlatives

/ˌsuːpərˈleɪtɪvz/ noun · British & US
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What does superlatives mean?

noun

Superlatives are words or phrases used to compare three or more things, indicating which one is the largest, smallest, greatest, etc. They are often formed using the superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs.

Example

"The highest mountain in the world is Mount Everest, which is the superlative of all mountains in terms of height."

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