English · Adjectives
loosest
/ˈluːsɪst/
[/ˈluːsɪst/]
superlative of loose
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'loose'. Used to say something is the most loose of all.
Example
These are the loosest trousers I own.
These are the loosest trousers I own.
Etymology
From 'loose' plus the superlative suffix '-est'. The base ends in 'e', so only '-r'/'-st' is added.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.