Definition

The smallest or least significant in size or amount, often used to describe something that is very small or tiny.

Example

Among all the trees in the forest, the piniest one was barely a foot tall.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just found the piniest pine cone in the yard today!

Really? I didn't know they could get that small.

Yeah, it's so cute and tiny!

I love little things like that; they always make me smile.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Piniest → It is formed from "pine" (from Old English *pin*, meaning a type of tree) and the suffix "-est" (meaning the most). The word "piniest" means the most like a pine tree or having the characteristics of a pine tree.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'pine' which refers to a type of tree, and remember that 'piniest' means having the most qualities of a pine tree.

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