Definition

Having a lot of webs or resembling a web; often used to describe something that is very intricate or tangled like a web.

Example

The webbiest part of the garden was filled with spider webs and vines.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I found the webbiest sweater at the thrift shop yesterday.

Really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it's all fluffy and has the coolest patterns.

You should wear it to the party; it'll definitely stand out!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'webbiest' is derived from 'web' (from Old English *webb*, meaning a woven fabric or network) and the suffix '-iest' (meaning most). Therefore, 'webbiest' refers to something that is most like a web or has the most web-like qualities.

Memory Tip

Think of 'web' as a woven network, and remember that 'webbiest' describes something that has the most qualities of a web.

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