Rangiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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rangiest
[ ˈreɪndʒiːst ]
extreme distance
The term 'rangiest' refers to something that has the widest range or is most varied in a particular category. It can describe a person, animal, or object that exhibits a significant degree of variability or expansiveness in terms of range, such as abilities, qualities, or characteristics.
Synonyms
most extensive, most varied, widest-ranging.
Examples of usage
- The rangiest athlete in the competition easily outperformed the others.
- Her rangiest attempts at art left her with a diverse portfolio.
- The dog was the rangiest of the bunch, capable of traversing vast distances.
Translations
Translations of the word "rangiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais espaçoso
🇮🇳 सबसे बड़ा
🇩🇪 am weitesten
🇮🇩 paling luas
🇺🇦 найширший
🇵🇱 najszerszy
🇯🇵 最も広い
🇫🇷 le plus spacieux
🇪🇸 el más amplio
🇹🇷 en geniş
🇰🇷 가장 넓은
🇸🇦 الأوسع
🇨🇿 nejširší
🇸🇰 najširší
🇨🇳 最宽
🇸🇮 najširši
🇮🇸 breiðast
🇰🇿 ең кең
🇬🇪 ყველაზე ფართო
🇦🇿 ən geniş
🇲🇽 el más amplio
Etymology
The adjective 'rangiest' is a superlative form of the word 'rangy,' which originated in the mid-19th century in American English. 'Rangy' itself is derived from the noun 'range,' which refers to the extent or scope of variation, typically associated with distance or variety. The word 'range' has its roots in the Old French term 'range' meaning 'row' or 'line,' which traces back to the Latin 'regina,' meaning 'to direct' or 'to arrange.' Over time, 'rangy' evolved to describe something that stretches widely or is characterized by length and slimness, particularly in reference to animals, while 'rangiest' became the superlative form used to illustrate the highest degree of that quality.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,767, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.