superlative

Meanings

• an exaggerated expression (usually of praise)
  • "the critics lavished superlatives on it"
• the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
  • "so many highest superlatives achieved by man"
• the superlative form of an adjective or adverb
  • "`fastest' is the superlative of the adjective `fast'"
  • "`least famous' is the superlative degree of the adjective `famous'"
  • "`most surely' is the superlative of the adverb `surely'"
• highest in quality

Synonyms

acme, elevation, greatest, height, meridian, peak, pinnacle, sterling, summit, superlative degree, tiptop, top