Definition

This word describes something that is very thinly spread out or has very few items or elements in a given area.

Example

The sparsest areas of the forest are often the most beautiful, with clear views of the sky.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen the garden lately?

Yeah, it looks a bit different from last year.

I noticed that it's the sparsest I've ever seen.

I guess they haven't had much rain to help it grow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sparsest → It is formed from "sparse" (from Latin "sparsus", meaning scattered) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "sparsest" means the most scattered or least dense.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'scattered' ('sparse') and remember that 'sparsest' means it is the most scattered.

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