Compactest: meaning, definitions and examples

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compactest

 

[ kəmˈpæktɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

size comparison

The term 'compactest' refers to something that is the most compact or dense in size or structure. It implies a minimal use of space while still maintaining functionality or effectiveness. This term can be applied in various contexts, such as describing furniture, devices, or even mathematical objects. When something is deemed the compactest, it stands out for its efficiency in design, often being favored in scenarios where space is limited.

Synonyms

densest, most concise, smallest, tidiest.

Examples of usage

  • The compactest model fits perfectly in small apartments.
  • Scientists discovered the compactest structure of the molecule.
  • This bag is the compactest option for travel.

Translations

Translations of the word "compactest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais compacto

🇮🇳 सबसे कॉम्पैक्ट

🇩🇪 kompaktesten

🇮🇩 paling kompak

🇺🇦 найкомпактніший

🇵🇱 najbardziej kompaktowy

🇯🇵 最もコンパクトな

🇫🇷 le plus compact

🇪🇸 el más compacto

🇹🇷 en kompakt

🇰🇷 가장 컴팩트한

🇸🇦 الأكثر إحكامًا

🇨🇿 nejkompaktnější

🇸🇰 najkompaktnejší

🇨🇳 最紧凑的

🇸🇮 najbolj kompakten

🇮🇸 þéttasta

🇰🇿 ең тығыз

🇬🇪 ყველაზე კომპაქტური

🇦🇿 ən kompakt

🇲🇽 el más compacto

Etymology

The word 'compact' originates from the Latin 'compactus', which means 'to press together'. This term evolved through Old French before finding its place in the English lexicon. The suffix '-est' is a superlative form in English, indicating the highest degree of a given quality. Therefore, 'compactest' designates the highest level of compactness. Over time, the usage of the word has crossed multiple fields, from describing physical objects to abstract concepts like ideas or arguments, accentuating efficiency and space utilization.