Definition

The largest in size, amount, or degree; extremely big.

Example

The hugest mountain in the world is Mount Everest.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that building downtown?

Yeah, it's the hugest one I've ever seen!

I can't believe how tall it is compared to everything else.

Right? It's hard to miss when you're in the city.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hugest → It is formed from "huge" (from Old French *ugue*, meaning large or enormous) and the suffix "-est" (meaning the most). The word "hugest" means the most large or the largest in size.

Memory Tip

Think of 'huge' to remember that 'hugest' means the most large.

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