English · Adjectives
fiercest
/ˈfɪərsɪst/
[/ˈfɪərsɪst/]
superlative of fierce
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'fierce'. Used to say something is the most fierce of all.
Example
It was the fiercest storm in years.
It was the fiercest storm in years.
Etymology
From 'fierce' plus the superlative suffix '-est'. The base ends in 'e', so only '-r'/'-st' is added.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.