Mellowest: meaning, definitions and examples

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mellowest

 

[ ˈmɛloʊɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

state of being

Mellowest describes the state of being soft, relaxed, and free from tension. It can also refer to a smooth or rich flavor, often associated with food, music, or personality. When describing an individual, it suggests a laid-back attitude that is pleasing to be around. In sounds, it can imply a warm, gentle quality that is often sought after in music and tones. The term can also speak to a ripe fruit’s quality, indicating it has reached the most desirable point of ripeness.

Synonyms

calmest, easiest, smoothest, softest

Examples of usage

  • The mellowest voice in the choir captivated the audience.
  • On a mellowest sunset evening, we took a stroll at the beach.
  • Her mellowest demeanor helped to diffuse the tense situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "mellowest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais suave

🇮🇳 सबसे नरम

🇩🇪 am sanftesten

🇮🇩 paling lembut

🇺🇦 найм’якший

🇵🇱 najłagodniejszy

🇯🇵 最も穏やかな

🇫🇷 le plus doux

🇪🇸 el más suave

🇹🇷 en yumuşak

🇰🇷 가장 부드러운

🇸🇦 الأكثر نعومة

🇨🇿 nejměkčí

🇸🇰 najjemnejší

🇨🇳 最柔和的

🇸🇮 najmehkejši

🇮🇸 mjúkasti

🇰🇿 ең жұмсақ

🇬🇪 ყველაზე რბილი

🇦🇿 ən yumşaq

🇲🇽 el más suave

Word origin

The term 'mellow' has its roots in Old English, derived from the word 'melu', which means soft or mild. Its usage evolved through Middle English as 'melowe', and by the 14th century, it began to denote a relaxed state, both in flavor and temperament. The suffix '-est' is a common English morphological construction used to create the superlative form of an adjective, indicating the highest degree of the quality described. Thus, 'mellowest' suggests the utmost level of mellowness. In literature and music, mellowness has often been praised, especially in the context of jazz and blues, where a mellow sound is considered deeply appealing and soothing. Over time, the term has broadened to express various forms of calm, richness, and relaxation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,987, 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.