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doughtiest

 

[ ˈdaʊtiɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

bravery context

Doughtiest is an adjective that describes someone who is exceptionally brave or courageous. It denotes a strong sense of determination and valor, often in the face of adversity. This term originated from the word 'doughty', which means brave or valiant. Usage of 'doughtiest' is relatively rare in everyday conversation but typically finds its place in literature or historical contexts. It evokes images of heroism and fearless action.

Synonyms

brave, courageous, fearless, valiant

Examples of usage

  • The doughtiest warriors faced the enemy without fear.
  • She showed her doughtiest side during the crisis.
  • In the face of danger, he proved to be the doughtiest of them all.

Translations

Translations of the word "doughtiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais corajoso

🇮🇳 सबसे साहसी

🇩🇪 tapferste

🇮🇩 paling berani

🇺🇦 найсміливіший

🇵🇱 najdzielniejszy

🇯🇵 最も勇敢な

🇫🇷 le plus courageux

🇪🇸 el más valiente

🇹🇷 en cesur

🇰🇷 가장 용감한

🇸🇦 الأكثر شجاعة

🇨🇿 nejodvážnější

🇸🇰 najodvážnejší

🇨🇳 最勇敢的

🇸🇮 najpogumnejši

🇮🇸 hugrakkastur

🇰🇿 ең батыл

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მამაცი

🇦🇿 ən cəsarətli

🇲🇽 el más valiente

Word origin

The word 'doughtiest' is derived from the Middle English 'doughty', which dates back to the early 14th century. The roots of 'doughty' can be traced further back to the Old English word 'dohtig', meaning 'powerful, able, or mighty'. This etymological history conveys a sense of strength and capability inherent in the term. Over time, 'doughty' evolved into 'doughtiest' to indicate the highest degree of bravery or valor. Historically, the word has been associated with knights and warriors who exhibited extraordinary courage in battle. Its usage has fluctuated, becoming less common in modern vernacular while still being recognized in poetic or elevated language.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,353, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.