smoothest
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈsmuːθɪst/
KK: /smuðɪst/
adjective
Definition
The highest degree of being even and without bumps or roughness.
Example
This is the smoothest surface I have ever touched.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: smoother
Superlative: smoothest
Conversation
Did you try the new ice cream shop downtown?
Yeah, I went there yesterday, and it was the smoothest ice cream I've ever had!
I need to check it out — I love creamy desserts.
You definitely should; it’s the perfect treat for a hot day!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sleek
even
glossy
Antonyms
rough
bumpy
uneven
verb
Definition
To make something even or free of bumps; to make a surface flat and pleasant to touch.
Example
She will smooth the fabric before sewing it.
Tense Forms
Past: smoothed
Past Participle: smoothed
Conversation
I noticed you smoothest out the bumps in the conversation really well.
Thanks! I just try to keep things flowing naturally.
You really have a talent for it; I need to learn from you.
Root Explanation
Smoothest → It is formed from "smooth" (from Old English "smeoth", meaning even or level) and the suffix "-est" (used to form the superlative degree). The word "smoothest" means the most even or level surface or texture.
Memory Tip
Think of something being the 'most even' or 'level' — 'smooth' describes a surface without bumps, and '-est' indicates it is the highest degree of smoothness.
Visually Confused Words
monotheist
soothe
cosmotheist