Croupiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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croupiest

 

[ ˈkruːpiɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

least popular

Croupiest is a comparative form of the adjective 'croupy,' which refers to something that resembles croup or is affected by it, a respiratory condition that causes a barking cough. In a broader context, it can imply something that is of poor quality or lesser standing in comparison to others.

Synonyms

inferior, least favored, poorest.

Examples of usage

  • The croupiest performance of the season left the audience disappointed.
  • Among all the players, he was considered the croupiest in skill.
  • The croupiest review of the movie highlighted its many flaws.

Translations

Translations of the word "croupiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais sujo

🇮🇳 सबसे गंदा

🇩🇪 der schmutzigste

🇮🇩 paling kotor

🇺🇦 найбрудніший

🇵🇱 najbrudniejszy

🇯🇵 最も汚い

🇫🇷 le plus sale

🇪🇸 el más sucio

🇹🇷 en kirli

🇰🇷 가장 더러운

🇸🇦 الأكثر قذارة

🇨🇿 nejšpinavější

🇸🇰 najšpinavší

🇨🇳 最肮脏的

🇸🇮 najbolj umazan

🇮🇸 saklausast

🇰🇿 ең лас

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ჭუჭყიანი

🇦🇿 ən çirkli

🇲🇽 el más sucio

Etymology

The term 'croupy' originates from the word 'croup,' which has its roots in Middle English 'croupe,' referring to a disease characterized by a hoarse cough and difficulty in breathing, primarily seen in children. The word 'croup' itself likely comes from Scots 'croup', which relates to the throat condition. The comparative form 'croupiest' thus conveys a comparison among various states of 'croupy' conditions or qualities. Over time, the application of 'croupy' has expanded beyond medical vocabulary and can be used metaphorically to describe something that has qualities deemed as subpar or inferior.