Squeakiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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squeakiest
[ ˈskwiːkiəst ]
sound quality
The term 'squeakiest' is the superlative form of the adjective 'squeaky', which describes a high-pitched, shrill sound often produced by objects like doors, toys, or floors. It can convey a sense of annoyance or alertness. In contexts involving pets, especially dogs, it often refers to the sounds made by toys designed for them. The squeakiest objects are usually those that create the most pronounced and noticeable sounds when manipulated.
Synonyms
highest-pitched, most shrill, noisiest.
Examples of usage
- The squeakiest toy in the house drives the dog crazy.
- That is the squeakiest door I've ever heard.
- He laughed at the squeakiest floorboard as he walked.
- The squeakiest shoes made it hard to sneak around.
Translations
Translations of the word "squeakiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais estridente
🇮🇳 सबसे चिड़चिड़ा
🇩🇪 am quietschendsten
🇮🇩 paling berdecit
🇺🇦 найскрипучіший
🇵🇱 najgłośniejszy
🇯🇵 最もきしむ
🇫🇷 le plus grinçant
🇪🇸 el más chirriante
🇹🇷 en tiz ses çıkaran
🇰🇷 가장 끼익거리는
🇸🇦 الأكثر صريرًا
🇨🇿 nejvíce squeaky
🇸🇰 najskriečanejší
🇨🇳 最吱吱作响的
🇸🇮 največji squeaky
🇮🇸 skemmtilegast
🇰🇿 ең шиқылдаған
🇬🇪 ყველაზე წკრიალა
🇦🇿 ən cırıldayan
🇲🇽 el más chirriante
Etymology
The word 'squeaky' originates from the early 19th century, formed from the verb 'squeak', which itself comes from the Middle English 'squeken', akin to the sound produced when something small and light is pressed or moved. This sound imitation aligns with the linguistic trend of onomatopoeia, where the word's pronunciation resembles the sound it represents. The superlative suffix '-est' was added to form 'squeakiest', indicating the highest degree of the quality described. Over time, 'squeaky' has been used in various contexts, from describing the sounds made by animals to characterizing objects that produce high-pitched noises. The cultural usage of 'squeaky' often evokes humor or irritation, depending on the situation.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,409, 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.