Nakedest: meaning, definitions and examples

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nakedest

 

[ ˈneɪ.kɪd.ɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

extreme state

Nakedest is the superlative form of the adjective 'naked', which refers to being without clothing or covering. It signifies the most extreme state of being exposed or uncovered. This word can also imply vulnerability or openness, particularly in emotional contexts, where one might feel 'naked' when revealing their true self. In literature, it can be used metaphorically to depict a raw and unfiltered portrayal of a subject.

Synonyms

bare, exposed, stripped, unclothed

Examples of usage

  • He stood there nakedest in the cold light of dawn.
  • The artist painted her nakedest self in the portrait.
  • In his nakedest form, the truth hurts.
  • She felt exposed, more nakedest than ever before.

Translations

Translations of the word "nakedest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais nu

🇮🇳 सबसे नंगा

🇩🇪 nacktester

🇮🇩 paling telanjang

🇺🇦 найоголеніший

🇵🇱 najbardziej nagi

🇯🇵 最も裸の

🇫🇷 le plus nu

🇪🇸 el más desnudo

🇹🇷 en çıplak

🇰🇷 가장 나체의

🇸🇦 الأكثر عرياً

🇨🇿 nejvíce nahý

🇸🇰 najviac nahý

🇨🇳 最裸露的

🇸🇮 najbolj nag

🇮🇸 nakin

🇰🇿 ең жалаң

🇬🇪 ყველაზე შიშველი

🇦🇿 ən çılpaq

🇲🇽 el más desnudo

Etymology

The word 'naked' originates from the Old English 'nacod', which is derived from the Proto-Germanic '*nakwōd', meaning 'naked, bare'. The superlative form 'nakedest' follows the typical English pattern for forming adjectives and is consistent with other adjectives that adopt the '-est' suffix to denote the extreme state of the quality described. Over time, the term has evolved, but its core meaning of lack of coverage or clothing remains prominent in both everyday language and literature. 'Naked' also carries metaphorical meanings, often associated with vulnerability, authenticity, and exposure of one's true self, which aligns closely with the usage of 'nakedest'. It is interesting to note that the concept of being 'naked' has been a topic of discussion in various philosophical, artistic, and cultural contexts, reflecting humanity's relationship with modesty and privacy.