English · Adjectives

grandest

/ˈɡrændɪst/

[/ˈɡrændɪst/]

superlative of grand

Beginneradjective

Definition

Superlative form of 'grand'. Used to say something is the most grand of all.

Example

It is the grandest palace in the land.

It is the grandest palace in the land.

Etymology

From 'grand' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.

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