English · Adjectives
wealthiest
/ˈwɛlθiɪst/
[/ˈwɛlθiɪst/]
superlative of wealthy
Beginneradjective
Definition
Superlative form of 'wealthy'. Used to say something is the most wealthy of all.
Example
She is the wealthiest person in town.
She is the wealthiest person in town.
Etymology
From 'wealthy' plus the superlative suffix '-est'. The final 'y' changes to 'i' before the suffix.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with 'the' to mark the highest degree in a group.