Goldenest: meaning, definitions and examples

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goldenest

 

[ ˈɡoʊldənɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

superlative form

The term 'goldenest' is a superlative form of the adjective 'golden,' used to describe something that is the most golden in appearance or quality. It emphasizes a level of goldenness that surpasses all others. In literature and colloquial speech, it may be used to convey a sense of utmost brilliance or excellence. While not commonly used, it can be found in poetic or playful contexts.

Synonyms

finest, greatest, most golden.

Examples of usage

  • The sun set in the goldenest sky I've ever seen.
  • She wore the goldenest dress at the gala.
  • This is the goldenest moment of my life.
  • The goldenest leaves adorned the autumn trees.

Translations

Translations of the word "goldenest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais dourado

🇮🇳 सुनहरा

🇩🇪 goldenste

🇮🇩 teremas

🇺🇦 найзолоте

🇵🇱 najbardziej złoty

🇯🇵 最も金色の

🇫🇷 le plus doré

🇪🇸 el más dorado

🇹🇷 en altın

🇰🇷 가장 황금색의

🇸🇦 الأكثر ذهبية

🇨🇿 nejzlatější

🇸🇰 najzlatší

🇨🇳 最金色的

🇸🇮 najbolj zlat

🇮🇸 mest gullna

🇰🇿 ең алтын

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ოქროს

🇦🇿 ən qızıl

🇲🇽 el más dorado

Etymology

The word 'golden' comes from the Old English term 'geolu,' meaning 'yellow.' The suffix '-est' is a common English ending used to form the superlative degree of adjectives, indicating the highest degree of a quality. The evolution of 'golden' into 'goldenest' likely reflects both the linguistic need for superlatives and the cultural significance of gold as a symbol of value and rarity. Gold has historically been associated with wealth, purity, and prestige, leading to its frequent use in language to describe excellence and beauty. Thus, 'goldenest' becomes a creative expression emphasizing the unparalleled nature of something's goldenness.