adjective
bestest
Bestest (adjective) means Informal, playful intensifier meaning "the very best," used for emphasis rather than correct grammar. Example: “You are officially my bestest friend in the whole world.”
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Informal, playful intensifier meaning "the very best," used for emphasis rather than correct grammar.
"You are officially my bestest friend in the whole world."
"This is the bestest pizza I have ever had."
How to use bestest
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA deliberately childish or affectionate way of saying "best," used for emphasis in casual speech.
Memory tip
Not standard grammar — never use "bestest" in formal writing; it works only as playful, informal emphasis.
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Etymology
Formed by adding the regular superlative ending "-est" onto "best," which is already a superlative — a playful double intensifier.
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What does “bestest” mean?
The word “bestest” means informal, playful intensifier meaning "the very best," used for emphasis rather than correct grammar. In plain terms, a deliberately childish or affectionate way of saying "best," used for emphasis in casual speech.
How do you use “bestest” in a sentence?
Here is “bestest” used in a sentence: “You are officially my bestest friend in the whole world.”
What part of speech is “bestest”?
“Bestest” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of bestest?
"bestest" (adjective) means informal, playful intensifier meaning "the very best," used for emphasis rather than correct grammar.
