English · Adjectives
happiest
/ˈhæpiɪst/
[/ˈhæpiɪst/]
superlative of happy
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'happy'. Used to say someone is the most cheerful of all.
Example
It was the happiest day of her life.
It was the happiest day of her life.
Etymology
From 'happy' plus '-est'; the final 'y' changes to 'i' before the suffix.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the'; shows the 'y' to 'i' spelling change.