Properest: meaning, definitions and examples
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properest
[ ˈprɒpərɪst ]
degree of correctness
The term 'properest' is the superlative form of 'proper', used to indicate the utmost degree of being suitable or appropriate. It suggests that something is the most fitting or correct in a particular context or situation. It is often used in informal contexts and may not be seen as widely acceptable in formal writing. It is primarily used in spoken English rather than in written form. Examples of its usage often include discussions about manners, behavior, or rules.
Synonyms
most fitting, most proper, most suitable
Examples of usage
- She is the properest person for the job.
- That was the properest way to approach the situation.
- He chose the properest attire for the gathering.
Translations
Translations of the word "properest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais adequado
🇮🇳 सबसे उचित
🇩🇪 am passendsten
🇮🇩 paling tepat
🇺🇦 найбільш правильний
🇵🇱 najbardziej odpowiedni
🇯🇵 最も適切な
🇫🇷 le plus approprié
🇪🇸 el más adecuado
🇹🇷 en uygun
🇰🇷 가장 적절한
🇸🇦 الأكثر ملاءمة
🇨🇿 nejvhodnější
🇸🇰 najvhodnejší
🇨🇳 最合适的
🇸🇮 najbolj primeren
🇮🇸 réttast
🇰🇿 ең лайықты
🇬🇪 ყველაზე შესაფერისი
🇦🇿 ən uyğun
🇲🇽 el más adecuado
Etymology
The word 'proper' originates from the Latin word 'proprius', meaning 'one's own' or 'distinct'. As it passed through Old French as 'propre', it carried the meanings of suitability and appropriateness. In English, 'proper' began to be used in the 14th century and evolved over time to convey social norms and correctness. The formation of the superlative 'properest' follows typical patterns of English adjectives, although its usage is less common today compared to its parent word 'proper'. This reflects the evolution of language where certain forms may fall out of favor while the root word remains widely used. 'Properest' emphasizes the highest standard of propriety and is often reserved for more casual or conversational contexts.