Warmest
ˈwɔːrmɪst
Definitions
2 meaningsHaving the highest degree of heat or high temperature.
ˈwɔːrmɪst
Superlative form of 'warm'; having the highest degree of warmth.
This is the warmest coat I own.
💡 Simply: It's like saying something is the most hot or cozy. For example, "That blanket is the warmest one I have!"
👶 For kids: The most hot or cozy thing.
More Examples
We experienced the warmest weather in the history of the city.
The coffee was the warmest I had ever tasted.
How It's Used
"The warmest day of the year was in July."
"This summer was one of the warmest on record."
Expressing the greatest degree of friendliness, affection, or enthusiasm.
ˈwɔːrmɪst
Expressing the greatest degree of friendly feelings or affection.
Please accept our warmest congratulations.
💡 Simply: It's like the most loving or friendly thing you can say or do. Like, "I sent them my warmest wishes."
👶 For kids: The most friendly or nice thing you can do.
More Examples
He extended the warmest welcome to the newcomers.
The audience gave the performers their warmest applause.
How It's Used
"She sent her warmest regards to the family."
"The novel conveyed the warmest human emotions."
Idioms & expressions
warmest regards
A polite and affectionate closing to a letter or email.
"I am writing to express my concerns, and send my warmest regards."
a warm heart
Kind, compassionate, and generous.
"She has a warm heart and always helps those in need."
From Middle English warmest, from Old English wiermest, equivalent to warm + -est (superlative suffix).
The superlative form 'warmest' has been used since Old English texts to indicate the highest degree of warmth, both literal and figurative.
Memory tip
Think of the sun's warmest rays on your skin.
Word Origin
"Wiermest (superlative of warm)"