Definition

The biggest in size, amount, or degree compared to others.

Example

The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you know that the blue whale is the largest animal on Earth?

Really? I had no idea it was that big!

Yeah, it can grow up to 100 feet long!

That's incredible! I need to look up more facts about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Largest → It is formed from "large" (from Old French *large*, meaning wide or spacious) and the suffix "-est" (meaning the most). The word "largest" means the most large or the greatest in size.

Memory Tip

Think of 'large' meaning big or spacious, and remember that 'largest' means the most big.

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