Ghostiest

/ˈɡoʊstiəst/ adjective

Definition

Superlative form of ghosty; most ghost-like, pale, or eerie in appearance.

Etymology

From 'ghost' + '-y' + '-est' (superlative suffix). Forms the highest degree of the quality, as in 'scary/scariest.'

Kelly Says

Superlatives like 'ghostiest' let us make extreme claims about the world, which is why they're so common in marketing and storytelling—'the ghostiest mansion' is more dramatic than 'very ghosty.'

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