Floppiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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floppiest
[ ˈflɑːp.i.ɪst ]
physical trait
Floppiest is the superlative form of 'floppy,' describing something that is extremely limp or lacking firmness. It often refers to objects that are soft and droop easily, such as a piece of fabric or an animal's ear.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The floppiest hat fell off her head.
- He chose the floppiest toy for the dog.
- The floppiest pizza would not hold its toppings.
- She liked the floppiest hairstyle for its carefree look.
Translations
Translations of the word "floppiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais flácido
🇮🇳 सबसे लचीला
🇩🇪 am weichsten
🇮🇩 paling lembek
🇺🇦 найм’якіший
🇵🇱 najbardziej miękki
🇯🇵 最も柔らかい
🇫🇷 le plus mou
🇪🇸 el más blando
🇹🇷 en yumuşak
🇰🇷 가장 부드러운
🇸🇦 الأكثر ليونة
🇨🇿 nejměkčí
🇸🇰 najmäkší
🇨🇳 最柔软的
🇸🇮 najmehkejši
🇮🇸 mjúkasti
🇰🇿 ең жұмсақ
🇬🇪 ყველაზე რბილი
🇦🇿 ən yumşaq
🇲🇽 el más blando
Etymology
The term 'floppy' originates from the Middle English word 'floppen,' which means to fall or droop down. This word was derived from the Old Norse word 'flapa,' meaning to flap or swing loosely. Over time, 'floppy' has evolved into an adjective used to describe things that lack stiffness or structure, often characterized by their soft or drooping qualities. The suffix '-iest' denotes the superlative degree, indicating the highest degree of flop, thus creating the word 'floppiest.' Its use has become prominent in both everyday language and various contexts, including clothing, food, and even personality traits.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,701, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.