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squintiest

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈskwɪnti/

KK: /ˈskwɪnti/

adjective
Definition

The most characterized by squinting or having eyes that are partially closed, often due to bright light or focusing on something.


Example

She had the squintiest eyes in the family, always narrowing them when she smiled.


Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: squintier

Superlative: squintiest


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever seen someone with the squintiest eyes?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's kind of funny how they look!
Sloth A
I wonder if they have trouble seeing clearly.
Sloth B
Probably! But it also gives them a unique charm.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cross-eyed
twisted
askew
Antonyms
straight
clear
focused
Root Explanation

**Squintiest** → It is formed from "squint" (from Middle English *squinten*, meaning to squint or look with one eye) and the superlative suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "squintiest" means having the most squint or being the most inclined to squint.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'looking with one eye' ('squint') and remember that 'squintiest' describes someone who squints the most.

Visually Confused Words
quintet
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