nastiest
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/ˈnæstiɪst/
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/ˈnɑːstiɪst/
(nasty)
unpleasant or offensive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nasty' originates from Dutch, specifically the word 'nastig', where 'nas-' meant 'dirty'.
Historical Evolution
'nastig' transformed into the Middle English word 'nasty', and eventually became the modern English word 'nasty'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dirty or unclean', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unpleasant or offensive'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
superlative form of 'nasty', meaning the most unpleasant, offensive, or disagreeable.
That was the nastiest storm we've had all year.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 16:56