lightest
|light/est|
B1
/ˈlaɪtɪst/
(light)
brightness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'light' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'leoht', where 'leoht' meant 'not heavy'.
Historical Evolution
'leoht' transformed into the Middle English word 'light', and eventually became the modern English word 'light'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not heavy', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
superlative form of 'light', meaning having the least weight or being the least heavy.
This is the lightest suitcase I own.
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Last updated: 2025/02/09 21:59