Definition

The most neat, tidy, or stylish in appearance.

Example

He looked the sprucest of all the guests at the wedding.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just saw your garden, it looks the sprucest I’ve ever seen!

Thanks! I’ve been working really hard on it this season.

I can tell! What’s your secret to keeping it so sprucest?

It’s all about regular watering and a good fertilizer!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'sprucest' originates from the Middle English 'spruce', which is derived from the Old French 'pruce' (meaning neat or smart). The suffix '-est' is a superlative form indicating the highest degree. Therefore, 'sprucest' means the neatest or most smartly dressed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'spruce' as meaning neat or smart, and remember that 'sprucest' refers to being the neatest or most stylish.

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