Slinkiest Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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slinkiest

[หˆslษชล‹kiษชst ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

description of flexibility

The term 'slinkiest' refers to something that possesses a smooth, sinuous, or stealthy quality. It is often used to describe an object or action that is particularly graceful or sly in nature.

Synonyms

graceful, serpentine, sinuous, sleek, slender.

Examples of usage

  • The cat moved in the slinkiest way across the room.
  • He wore the slinkiest dress at the party, captivating everyone's attention.
  • The slinkiest of the dancers twirled effortlessly around the stage.

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Origin of 'slinkiest'

The word 'slinky' originally emerged in the early 20th century, specifically in the 1940s. It was first used to describe a particular toy designed by Richard James, which was a helical spring that can 'walk' down stairs. Though initially associated with the expectations of a playful object, the term soon evolved to describe attributes of movement characterized by smoothness or stealth. Over time, 'slinkiest' developed as a superlative form to indicate the utmost quality of being sinuous or stealthy. The transformation of 'slinky' thus represents a linguistic shift from a specific object to a broader characterization of movement or demeanor.


Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,560, 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.