English · Adjectives

best

/bɛst/

[/bɛst/]

superlative of good

Beginneradjective

Definition

Irregular superlative form of 'good'. Used to say something is of the highest quality of all.

Example

She is the best singer in the school.

She is the best singer in the school.

Etymology

From Old English 'betst', an irregular superlative related to 'good'.

How & Where It’s Used

An irregular form used with 'the'; 'goodest' is never used.

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