Zippiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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zippiest
[ ˈzɪpiəst ]
descriptive quality
The term 'zippiest' refers to something characterized by speed, energy, or liveliness. It is often used to describe people, activities, or objects that exhibit an extraordinary amount of enthusiasm or quickness. For example, a 'zippiest car' would be one that has a very fast acceleration. Similarly, a person described as the 'zippiest in the room' would be exceptionally energetic and lively. This adjective is a superlative form, indicating the highest degree of the quality it describes.
Synonyms
breeziest, most energetic, most lively, quickest.
Examples of usage
- She was the zippiest runner on the team.
- That bike is the zippiest model available.
- He always has the zippiest ideas in our meetings.
Translations
Translations of the word "zippiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais enérgico
🇮🇳 सबसे तेज़
🇩🇪 am schnellsten
🇮🇩 paling cepat
🇺🇦 найшвидший
🇵🇱 najbardziej energiczny
🇯🇵 最も活発な
🇫🇷 le plus rapide
🇪🇸 el más rápido
🇹🇷 en hızlı
🇰🇷 가장 빠른
🇸🇦 الأكثر سرعة
🇨🇿 nejrychlejší
🇸🇰 najrýchlejší
🇨🇳 最快的
🇸🇮 najhitrejši
🇮🇸 hraustasta
🇰🇿 ең жылдам
🇬🇪 ყველაზე სწრაფი
🇦🇿 ən sürətli
🇲🇽 el más rápido
Etymology
The word 'zip' originates from the late 19th century, stemming from the idea of speed and energy, akin to the sound of something rushing by. Initially, 'zip' was used as a verb meaning to move swiftly or to make a zipping sound. The playful and dynamic connotation of the term led to the formation of its superlative form 'zippiest.' This evolution reflects cultural trends valuing speed and vitality, which became particularly popular in the 20th century, especially in the context of technology and youth culture. As people began to appreciate quicker modes of transport and more energetic lifestyles, adjectives like 'zippy' and 'zippiest' became commonplace in everyday language. The usage has expanded beyond physical speed to encompass a general sense of enthusiasm and liveliness.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,660, 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.