Definition

The most natural or unprocessed state of something, without any alterations or cooking.

Example

The chef used the rawest ingredients to create a fresh salad.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just watched the documentary on that artist's life.

Oh really? I've heard it shows some of their rawest moments.

Yeah, it was intense and so emotional!

I love when documentaries capture the rawest feelings like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rawest → It is formed from "raw" (from Old English *hrēaw*, meaning uncooked or unrefined) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "rawest" means the most uncooked or unrefined state of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'raw' as something that is uncooked or unrefined, and remember that 'rawest' means the most uncooked or unrefined.

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