The superlative form of 'silly' is silliest.
Understanding Superlative Adjectives
Superlative adjectives are used to describe an item or person that is at the upper or lower limit of a quality within a group. They indicate the highest degree of a quality. For example, if something is the silliest, it means it possesses the quality of being silly to the greatest extent compared to others in its group.
Forming Superlative Adjectives
The way a superlative adjective is formed depends on the number of syllables in the adjective:
- One-syllable adjectives: Generally, add '-est' to the end of the adjective (e.g., tall → tallest).
- Two-syllable adjectives ending in '-y': Change the 'y' to 'i' and then add '-est'. This is the rule that applies to 'silly'.
- Adjectives with two or more syllables (not ending in -y): Typically use 'most' or 'least' before the adjective (e.g., beautiful → most beautiful).
Examples from Reference
Here's how some common adjectives, including 'silly', form their comparative and superlative forms:
| Positive Form | Comparative Form | Superlative Form |
|---|---|---|
| happy | happier | happiest |
| silly | sillier | silliest |
Practical Examples of 'Silliest'
- "That was the silliest joke I've ever heard!"
- "She wore the silliest hat to the party."
- "Among all the pranks, his was definitely the silliest."
