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superlative
noun(su-per-la-tive)the superlative form of an adjective or adverb
Synonyms: superlative degree,
Examples:
`fastest' is the superlative of the adjective `fast'.
`least famous' is the superlative degree of the adjective `famous'.
`most surely' is the superlative of the adverb `surely'.
`least famous' is the superlative degree of the adjective `famous'.
`most surely' is the superlative of the adverb `surely'.
superlative
noun(su-per-la-tive)the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
Examples:
So many highest superlatives achieved by man.
superlative
noun(su-per-la-tive)an exaggerated expression (usually of praise)
Examples:
The critics lavished superlatives on it.