Definition

This word describes something that is the most disorganized or messy compared to others.

Example

Her room is the untidiest in the house, with clothes and books scattered everywhere.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see my room? It's the untidiest place ever!

Yeah, it looks like a tornado hit it!

I really need to clean it up before my parents visit.

Definitely! They might get shocked by the mess.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Untidiest → It is formed from the prefix "un-" (meaning not) and the root "tidy" (from Old English *tidy*, meaning neat or orderly) with the superlative suffix "-est" (indicating the highest degree). The word "untidiest" means the most not neat or the least orderly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not neat' ('un-') and 'tidy' to remember that 'untidiest' describes something that is the least orderly.

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