English · Adjectives
longest
/ˈlɒŋɡɪst/
[/ˈlɒŋɡɪst/]
superlative of long
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'long'. Used to say something is the most long of all.
Example
It is the longest day of the year.
It is the longest day of the year.
Etymology
From 'long' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.