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Definition superlative in American English

superlative adjective

adjective
/sʊˈpɜrlətɪv/
Example

a superlative performance

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a superlative adjective or adverb is one that expresses the greatest degree of a particular quality. For example the superlative form of "happy" is "happiest."

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Definition superlative in American English