Definition

The most unusual or odd; different from what is normal or expected.

Example

That was the strangest thing I have ever seen.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about the ocean?

Yeah, it was one of the strangest things I've ever watched!

I know, right? The creatures they showed were unbelievable.

Totally! I didn't even know some of those things existed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Strangest → It is formed from "strange" (from Old French *estrange*, meaning foreign or unfamiliar) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "strangest" means most foreign or most unfamiliar, indicating something that is the most unusual or out of the ordinary.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'foreign' or 'unfamiliar' ('strange') and remember that 'strangest' refers to the most unusual or out of the ordinary.

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