English · Adjectives
highest
/ˈhaɪɪst/
[/ˈhaɪɪst/]
superlative of high
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'high'. Used to say something is the most high of all.
Example
It is the highest peak in the world.
It is the highest peak in the world.
Etymology
From 'high' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.