Definition

Having the most freckles; characterized by a large number of small brown spots on the skin, often caused by sun exposure.

Example

She had the freckliest face in her class, with tiny brown spots scattered across her cheeks.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen my friend Lily?

No, I haven’t. What does she look like?

She has the freckliest face I know!

Oh, I think I remember her now; she sounds adorable!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Freckliest is formed from "freckle" (from Old English "frecn", meaning a small spot or blemish on the skin) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning the most). The word "freckliest" describes something that has the most freckles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'freckle' as a small spot on the skin, and remember that 'freckliest' means having the most of those spots.

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