English · Adjectives
hottest
/ˈhɒtɪst/
[/ˈhɒtɪst/]
superlative of hot
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'hot'. Used to say something is the most hot of all.
Example
July was the hottest month of the year.
July was the hottest month of the year.
Etymology
From 'hot' 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.