English · Adjectives
nicest
/ˈnaɪsɪst/
[/ˈnaɪsɪst/]
superlative of nice
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'nice'. Used to say something is the most nice of all.
Example
It is the nicest gift I have received.
It is the nicest gift I have received.
Etymology
From 'nice' 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.