Definition

Having the characteristics of being muddy or swampy; very wet and soft.

Example

After the heavy rain, the field became the lakiest it had ever been, making it difficult to walk on.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that new restaurant that just opened downtown?

Yeah, I heard it's the lakiest place in town right now!

I want to check it out this weekend.

Sounds great! Let's see if we can get a table at the lakiest spot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'lakiest' is derived from 'laky' (from the word 'lake', which comes from Old English 'lacu', meaning a body of water) and the suffix '-est' (indicating the superlative degree). Therefore, 'lakiest' refers to something that has the most characteristics of a lake or is the most lake-like.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lake' as a body of water, and remember that 'lakiest' means the most like a lake.

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