English · Adjectives

toughest

/ˈtʌfɪst/

[/ˈtʌfɪst/]

superlative of tough

Beginneradjective

Definition

Superlative form of 'tough'. Used to say something is the most tough of all.

Example

It was the toughest match of the season.

It was the toughest match of the season.

Etymology

From 'tough' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.

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