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Definition superlative in British English

superlative adjective

adjective
/sʊˈpɜː(r)lətɪv/
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 British English