Funnest: meaning, definitions and examples
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funnest
[ ˈfʌnəst ]
superlative form
The term 'funnest' is used informally to describe the most enjoyable or amusing experience among several options. It is often applied in casual conversation or writing to emphasize that something provides the greatest entertainment or fun. While it is widely understood and used, it is considered non-standard by some grammarians, who prefer the phrase 'most fun'. Despite this, 'funnest' is commonly used in colloquial contexts.
Synonyms
most amusing, most enjoyable, most entertaining
Examples of usage
- That carnival was the funnest event of the summer!
- We had the funnest time at the party last night.
- Which theme park do you think is the funnest?
- This game is definitely the funnest one we've played all week.
Translations
Translations of the word "funnest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais divertido
🇮🇳 सबसे मजेदार
🇩🇪 am lustigsten
🇮🇩 paling menyenangkan
🇺🇦 найвеселіший
🇵🇱 najzabawniejszy
🇯🇵 最も楽しい
🇫🇷 le plus amusant
🇪🇸 el más divertido
🇹🇷 en eğlenceli
🇰🇷 가장 재미있는
🇸🇦 الأكثر متعة
🇨🇿 nejzábavnější
🇸🇰 najzábavnejší
🇨🇳 最有趣的
🇸🇮 najbolj zabavno
🇮🇸 skemmtilegastur
🇰🇿 ең көңілді
🇬🇪 ყველაზე მხიარული
🇦🇿 ən əyləncəli
🇲🇽 el más divertido
Etymology
The word 'fun' originated in the late 17th century as a noun, derived from earlier meanings relating to a 'fool' or 'foolishness'. It was used to describe a sense of enjoyment or merriment. Over time, 'fun' evolved, particularly in American English, to also serve as a verb, meaning to entertain or provide pleasure. The superlative form 'funnest' likely emerged in informal speech during the 20th century, as people sought a way to describe the utmost enjoyment in a playful and casual manner. While 'funnest' has been popularized through colloquial use, it has faced criticism from language purists who argue that 'most fun' is grammatically more appropriate. Nevertheless, 'funnest' persists in informal contexts, especially among younger speakers, as it captures a sense of spontaneity and informality in expression.