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aeriest

|aer-i-est|

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/ˈɛəriɪst/

(airy)

light and spacious

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'airy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'aire', where 'aire' meant 'air'.

Historical Evolution

'aire' transformed into the modern English word 'airy', and 'aeriest' is its superlative form.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'related to air', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'light and delicate'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

superlative form of 'airy', meaning the most light, delicate, or ethereal.

The aeriest of the curtains fluttered in the gentle breeze.

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Last updated: 2025/05/18 12:06