Definition

The thinnest or most narrow in size or shape.

Example

She wore the slenderest dress at the party, which made her look elegant.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen the slenderest tree in the park?

Yeah, it's amazing how tall and thin it is!

I can't believe it survived all these years.

It must be really resilient to weather the storms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slenderest → It is formed from "slender" (from Old English *slendrian*, meaning to be thin or lean) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "slenderest" means the most thin or lean among a group.

Memory Tip

Think of 'slender' as describing something thin, and when you add '-est', it means the thinnest of all.

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