Definition

This word describes someone or something that is the most unkind or cruel compared to others.

Example

She was the unkindliest person I had ever met, always saying hurtful things to others.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I can't believe how they treated her at the party last night.

I know, it was really the unkindliest thing I've seen in a while.

Exactly! She didn’t deserve that at all.

Totally, we should stand up for her next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unkindliest → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "kind" (from Old English "cynd", meaning nature or character) and the superlative suffix "-liest" (meaning most). The word "unkindliest" means the most lacking in kindness or the least kind.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') combined with 'nature' or 'character' ('kind') to remember that 'unkindliest' refers to someone who is the least kind.

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