English · Adjectives
rudest
/ˈruːdɪst/
[/ˈruːdɪst/]
superlative of rude
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'rude'. Used to say something is the most rude of all.
Example
That was the rudest reply I have received.
That was the rudest reply I have received.
Etymology
From 'rude' 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.