adjective
bestest
adjective
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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.