Superlative Adjectives

Some adjectives compare a noun to all members of its group.

To compare a noun to members of a group, add most before long adjectives.

Examples

Not Comparing:

May is a creative kid.

Comparing:

May is the most creative kid in my class.

Not Comparing:

Xavier has interesting comics.

Comparing:

Xavier has the most interesting comics in town.

Be careful: use -est instead of most for most short adjectives.

Examples

Incorrect:

Luke is the most funny guy I know.

Correct:

Luke is the funniest guy I know.