English · Adjectives
smallest
/ˈsmɔːlɪst/
[/ˈsmɔːlɪst/]
superlative of small
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'small'. Used to say something is the most small of all.
Example
This is the smallest box we have.
This is the smallest box we have.
Etymology
From 'small' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.