What does oldest mean?
Oldest means superlative form of old: most old.
Oldest
/ˈəʊldəst/ · adjective
Meaning
superlative form of old: most old.
Definitions by Sense
- superlative form of old: most old
- The oldest child in a family, or individual in a group.
Example Sentences
An interesting feature of the church is the invisible clock, which you can hear thumping away as you enter. Constructed in 1525, it is one of the oldest timepieces in England. It chimes the hours and the quarters, and every three hours it plays a hymn. But it has no faces.
My oldest always forgets to turn the living room lights off before bed.
Synonyms for oldest
Antonyms for oldest
Related Words
Word Forms
- oldests
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for oldest?
Common synonyms include oldermost, first.
What is the opposite of oldest?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use oldest in a sentence?
An interesting feature of the church is the invisible clock, which you can hear thumping away as you enter. Constructed in 1525, it is one of the oldest timepieces in England. It chimes the hours and the quarters, and every three hours it plays a hymn. But it has no faces.
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