What is another word for superlative degree?

Pronunciation: [suːpˈɜːlətˌɪv dɪɡɹˈiː] (IPA)

The superlative degree is a grammatical structure that compares the highest or most extreme degree of a quality or condition. Some synonyms for the superlative degree include highest, supreme, utmost, paramount, peerless, unparalleled, unsurpassed, ultimate, and best. These synonyms are often used in describing exemplary achievements or qualities, whether it be in academia, sports, or personal accomplishments. For instance, a student who has received the highest grade in a class may be described as demonstrating the "supreme" level of mastery of the subject. Similarly, an athlete who has set a new world record may be said to have achieved the "ultimate" level of performance.

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What are the hypernyms for Superlative degree?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Superlative degree?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for superlative degree (as nouns)

Famous quotes with Superlative degree

  • It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had everything before us, we had nothing before us, we were all going direct to heaven, we were all doing direct the other way - in short, the period was so far like the present period, that some of its noisiest authorities insisted on its being received, for good or for evil, in the superlative degree of comparison only.
    Charles Dickens

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