English · Adjectives
finest
/ˈfaɪnɪst/
[/ˈfaɪnɪst/]
superlative of fine
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'fine'. Used to say something is the most fine of all.
Example
It is the finest silk in the shop.
It is the finest silk in the shop.
Etymology
From 'fine' 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.