Word Type

Noun

Adjective

Adjective

The word "superlative" can be used as noun, adjective and adjective.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

absolute superlative relative superlative super-superlative super-superlative superlative degree superlative of inferiority superlative of superiority

Context

grammar

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

adjective adverb congratulations degree degree of comparison extolment kudos level point praise stage

Type Of (IsA)

adjective adverb praise

Related Terms

absolute comparative elative

Related Terms

absolute adjective comparative degree elative est extent highest most praise superb superlative degree

Similar Terms

superior

Synonym Network

above and beyond acme greatest

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