English · Adjectives
simplest
/ˈsɪmplɪst/
[/ˈsɪmplɪst/]
superlative of simple
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'simple'. Used to say something is the most simple of all.
Example
It is the simplest recipe in the book.
It is the simplest recipe in the book.
Etymology
From 'simple' 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.