What is the superlative of good?

The superlative form of good is best.

Understanding Superlative Adjectives

Superlative adjectives are used to describe a noun that possesses a quality to the highest or lowest degree compared to all other nouns in a group. They indicate the extreme limit of the quality. For most regular adjectives, the superlative is formed by adding "-est" to the end of the adjective (e.g., tall becomes tallest) or by using "most" before longer adjectives (e.g., beautiful becomes most beautiful).

However, some common adjectives have irregular comparative and superlative forms, meaning they do not follow the standard rules. Good is one such irregular adjective.

Irregular Adjectives: Good, Better, Best

The word "good" does not follow the regular pattern of adding "-est" to form its superlative. Instead, it changes completely.

Here's a look at the irregular forms of some common adjectives:

This table illustrates how "good" transforms into "better" for comparative use and "best" for superlative use.

How to Use "Best" in Sentences

"Best" is used when you are comparing three or more things (or one thing to a group) and indicating which one is superior to all others.

Here are some examples:

• "This is the best cake I have ever tasted."
• "She is the best student in her class."
• "Of all the options, working from home is best for my productivity."
• "We hope for the best outcome."

When using "best," it is almost always preceded by the definite article "the."

Why Learn Irregular Forms?

Understanding irregular adjectives like "good," "bad," and "far" is crucial for fluent and grammatically correct English. These words are among the most frequently used in the language, and their irregular forms are a fundamental aspect of adjective grammar. For more information on comparative and superlative adjectives, including regular and irregular forms, you can refer to resources on English grammar.