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