Definition

Describing something that is the most muddy or swampy, often used to refer to wet and soft ground.

Example

After the heavy rain, the field became the miriest place in the neighborhood, making it difficult to walk through.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see how the yard looked after the rain yesterday?

Yeah, it was the miriest I’ve ever seen it!

I thought I might sink into the ground when I walked through it.

Right? It was like a swamp out there!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miriest is derived from "merry" (from Old English *myrge*, meaning pleasant or joyful) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "miriest" means the most joyful or pleasant.

Memory Tip

Think of 'merry' as being joyful, and when you add '-est', it means the most joyful. This helps you remember that 'miriest' refers to the highest degree of joy.

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