Crackliest: meaning, definitions and examples

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crackliest

 

[ ˈkræk.lɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

sound description

The term 'crackliest' refers to the quality of being very crackly or producing a series of crackling sounds. It is often used to describe something that makes a sound resembling cracks or pops, similar to that of dry leaves or sizzling food. This word can also imply a delightful, sharp sound that draws attention, adding texture to what is being described. In short, it's an intensified form of 'crackly,' suggesting a heightened degree of noise or texture.

Synonyms

crackly, crispy, snapping

Examples of usage

  • The firewood was shaped to create the crackliest sound as it burned.
  • The crackliest chips made the perfect snack for the party.
  • She loved the crackliest leaves underfoot during her autumn walks.

Translations

Translations of the word "crackliest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais estaladiço

🇮🇳 सबसे कुरकुरा

🇩🇪 knackigsten

🇮🇩 paling renyah

🇺🇦 найхрусткіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej chrupiący

🇯🇵 最もパリパリした

🇫🇷 le plus croustillant

🇪🇸 el más crujiente

🇹🇷 en gevrek

🇰🇷 가장 바삭한

🇸🇦 الأكثر قرمشة

🇨🇿 nejkřupavější

🇸🇰 najchrumkavejší

🇨🇳 最脆的

🇸🇮 najhrustljaviji

🇮🇸 mest sprengjandi

🇰🇿 ең қытырлақ

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ხრაშუნა

🇦🇿 ən xırtıldayan

🇲🇽 el más crujiente

Word origin

The word 'crackliest' is derived from the root word 'crackle,' which has its origins in Middle English. The term 'crackle' reflects a Middle English influence coupled with the Old Norse term 'krakkr,' meaning 'to make a sharp noise.' Over time, the suffix '-ly' was appended to establish the adjective form, while the superlative form 'crackliest' evolved to indicate a higher degree of the characteristic described by the root. In literature and everyday language, 'crackliest' is often used to evoke sensory feelings related to sound and texture, illustrating how language evolves to provide nuanced descriptions of our experiences.