English · Adjectives
wisest
/ˈwaɪzɪst/
[/ˈwaɪzɪst/]
superlative of wise
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'wise'. Used to say something is the most wise of all.
Example
She gave the wisest advice of all.
She gave the wisest advice of all.
Etymology
From 'wise' 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.