English · Adjectives
safest
/ˈseɪfɪst/
[/ˈseɪfɪst/]
superlative of safe
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'safe'. Used to say something is the most safe of all.
Example
It is the safest neighborhood in the city.
It is the safest neighborhood in the city.
Etymology
From 'safe' 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.