English · Adjectives
heaviest
/ˈhɛviɪst/
[/ˈhɛviɪst/]
superlative of heavy
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'heavy'. Used to say something is the most heavy of all.
Example
It is the heaviest weight he can lift.
It is the heaviest weight he can lift.
Etymology
From 'heavy' plus the superlative suffix '-est'. The final 'y' changes to 'i' before the suffix.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.