ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Greatest

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɡɹeɪ.tɪst/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Greatest is an adjective meaning superlative form of great: most great.

Meaning

superlative form of great: most great.

Example Sentences

Caliban: […]I never saw a woman / But only Sycorax, my dam, and she; / But she as far surpasseth Sycorax / As great'st does least.
The greatest number of bridges requiring modification are overline bridges, and many methods are adopted in reconstructing and altering them to give increased clearances.

Synonyms for greatest

Depending on context, synonyms include maximum, ultimate, utmost, extreme, ferocious, exquisite.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include best, big, biggest, large, largest, leading.

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