English · Adjectives
earliest
/ˈɜːrliɪst/
[/ˈɜːrliɪst/]
superlative of early
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'early'. Used to say something is the most early of all.
Example
The earliest train leaves at dawn.
The earliest train leaves at dawn.
Etymology
From 'early' plus the superlative suffix '-est'. The final 'y' changes to 'i' before the suffix.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.