Definition

Having the most small, rounded stones or pebbles on a surface.

Example

The beach was the pebbliest I had ever seen, making it difficult to walk barefoot.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I think the beach we visited last summer was the pebbliest I've ever seen.

Yeah, those tiny stones were everywhere!

It was kind of annoying to walk on, but it looked beautiful.

Definitely! The scenery was worth it, though.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pebbliest → It is formed from "pebble" (from Middle English *pebble*, meaning a small stone) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "pebbliest" describes something that has the most pebbles or is covered with pebbles.

Memory Tip

Think of a surface that is covered with the most small stones — that's what pebbliest means.

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