likest
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈlaɪkɪst/
KK: /laɪkɛst/
adjective
Definition
The form of the word that indicates the highest degree of preference or enjoyment among options.
Example
Out of all the desserts, chocolate cake is my likest treat.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more like
Superlative: likest
Conversation
What's your likest food, pizza or sushi?
I think I prefer sushi, it’s so fresh and tasty.
Really? I thought pizza would be your likest choice.
Pizza is great, but sushi just has that special something for me.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
preferred
favored
beloved
Antonyms
disliked
hated
unfavored
verb
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available.
Conversation
Do you know what your friend likest to do on weekends?
I think she likest to go hiking or try new restaurants.
That sounds fun! I likest exploring new places too.
Root Explanation
'like' (from Old English 'lician', meaning to please or be agreeable) and '-est' (a superlative suffix indicating the highest degree). The word 'likest' means the most pleasing or agreeable in comparison to others.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is the 'most pleasing' or 'most agreeable' — 'like' means to please, and '-est' shows it is the highest degree.
Visually Confused Words
list
lest