English · Adjectives
dimmest
/ˈdɪmɪst/
[/ˈdɪmɪst/]
superlative of dim
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'dim'. Used to say something is the most dim of all.
Example
It is the dimmest bulb in the house.
It is the dimmest bulb in the house.
Etymology
From 'dim' plus the superlative suffix '-est'. The final consonant doubles before the suffix.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.