Gabbiest

/ˈɡæbiəst/ adjective

Definition

The superlative form of gabby, meaning the most talkative or prone to talking excessively.

Etymology

From 'gabby' (talkative, from gab meaning to talk idly) plus the superlative suffix '-est.' The root 'gab' likely comes from Middle English or Old Norse origins, referring to idle chatter.

Kelly Says

Language lets us measure talkativeness with 'gabbier' and 'gabbiest'—but interestingly, there's no truly neutral way to describe someone who talks a lot; the word itself judges them!

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