Definition

The fastest or quickest in speed.

Example

The fleetest runner in the race won the gold medal.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that race? The runner with the red shoes was the fleetest of them all!

Yeah, I noticed! He really flew past everyone else.

I wonder how long he trains to be that fast.

Probably a lot! It takes dedication to become the fleetest.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fleetest → It is formed from "fleet" (from Old English *fleot*, meaning swift or quick) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "fleetest" means the most swift or quick.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fleet' meaning swift, and when you add '-est', it indicates the highest degree of swiftness. So, fleetest means the most swift.

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