Definition

Having the most water or being the most wet; very moist or liquid in nature.

Example

The wateriest part of the sponge soaked up all the liquid.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new smoothie place downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their fruit smoothies are the wateriest around.

I think you'll love it; they really pack in the flavors.

I can't wait to go and see if it's as refreshing as everyone says!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wateriest → It is formed from "water" (from Old English *wæter*, meaning liquid that falls as rain or flows in rivers) and "-iest" (a superlative suffix indicating the highest degree). The word "wateriest" means having the most water or being the most watery.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for liquid, 'wæter', and remember that 'wateriest' describes something that has the most of that liquid.

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