Definition

The most covered with cobwebs; very dusty or neglected.

Example

The old attic was the cobwebbiest place in the house, filled with forgotten items and layers of dust.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen the old house on Maple Street?

Yeah, it looks like the cobwebbiest place I've ever seen!

I can't believe how neglected it is; it must be haunted.

Definitely! I wouldn't want to go in there alone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

'cobweb' (from Middle English 'coppewebbe', meaning spider web) and '-iest' (a superlative suffix indicating the most). The word 'cobwebbiest' refers to something that has the most cobwebs or is the most covered in cobwebs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cobweb' as a spider's web and remember that 'cobwebbiest' means the most covered in those webs.

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