Definition

The most serious, harsh, or gloomy in appearance or attitude.

Example

The news about the storm was the grimmest I had ever heard.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you ever seen the grimmest scenes in horror movies?

Yeah, some of them are really disturbing!

I think the grimmest ones stick with you the longest.

Absolutely, those images can haunt your mind for days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grimmest is formed from "grim" (from Old English "grim", meaning fierce or cruel) and the suffix "-est" (meaning the most). The word "grimmest" refers to the most fierce or cruel state of something.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'grim' meaning fierce or cruel, and remember that 'grimmest' means the most fierce or cruel.

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