Definition

The latest or slowest in arriving or happening.

Example

She was the tardiest student to arrive at the class today.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I can't believe how late Sam arrived to the party last night.

I know, right? He was the tardiest one there!

It was kind of funny, though, seeing everyone else waiting.

True! Next time, we should definitely start without him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tardiest → It is formed from "tardus" (meaning slow or late) in Latin, and the suffix "-est" (meaning the most). The word "tardiest" means the most late or the slowest in arriving.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tardus' meaning slow, and remember that 'tardiest' refers to being the most late.

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