superlative in Spanish
superlative in Spanish is supremo, superlativo — superlative means the form of an adjective or adverb that expresses the highest degree, such as biggest, best or most carefully.
superlative in Spanish
supremo
(figuratively) Exceptionally good; of the highest quality.
superlativo
(figuratively) Exceptionally good; of the highest quality.
superlativo
(grammar) The degree of comparison of an adjective or adverb used when comparing three or more entities in terms of a certain property or a certain way of doing something. In English, the superlative of superiority is formed by adding the suffix -est or the word most (e.g. tiniest, most fully); the superlative of inferiority, by adding the word least (e.g. least big, least fully).
What does "superlative" mean?
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noun The form of an adjective or adverb that expresses the highest degree, such as biggest, best or most carefully.
"The superlative of good is best, not goodest."
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adjective Of the very highest quality or degree; excellent beyond comparison.
"The orchestra gave a superlative performance."
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noun An exaggerated expression of praise.
"The reviews were a stream of superlatives that told you nothing useful."
superlative in a sentence
- The superlative of good is best, not goodest.
- English forms most short superlatives with -est and longer ones with "most".
- The orchestra gave a superlative performance.
- Her superlative timing turned an ordinary joke into a great one.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "superlative" in Spanish?
"superlative" in Spanish is supremo, superlativo. superlative means: The form of an adjective or adverb that expresses the highest degree, such as biggest, best or most carefully.
How do you use "superlative" in a sentence?
Example: "The superlative of good is best, not goodest." In Spanish, "superlative" is supremo, superlativo.
Are there other ways to say "superlative" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "superlative": supremo, superlativo.
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