English · Adjectives
healthiest
/ˈhɛlθiɪst/
[/ˈhɛlθiɪst/]
superlative of healthy
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'healthy'. Used to say something is the most healthy of all.
Example
It is the healthiest choice on the menu.
It is the healthiest choice on the menu.
Etymology
From 'healthy' 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.