English · Adjectives
tallest
/ˈtɔːlɪst/
[/ˈtɔːlɪst/]
superlative of tall
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'tall'. Used to say something is the most tall of all.
Example
That is the tallest building in the city.
That is the tallest building in the city.
Etymology
From 'tall' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.