Learn how to use the comparative “colder” and superlative “coldest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “acold”?

The comparative form of “acold” is “colder”.

Example

The weather today is colder than yesterday.

Example

I prefer my drinks to be colder than room temperature.

What is the superlative form of “acold”?

The superlative form of “acold” is “coldest”.

Example

Among all the seasons, winter is the coldest.

Example

The ice bath is known for being the coldest form of therapy.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with cold, colder, and coldest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more cold' and 'most cold' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, colder and coldest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Cold does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Cold → Colder Superlative: Cold → Coldest

Expressions with similar meanings to “colder”

chillier

Used to describe something that is colder in a slightly uncomfortable or unpleasant way

Example

The wind made the air feel chillier than it actually was.

frostier

Used to describe something that is colder with a layer of frost or ice

Example

The freezer keeps the ice cream frostier for longer.

more frigid

A slightly formal way of expressing increased coldness

Example

The temperature dropped, making the room more frigid than before.

Expressions with similar meanings to “coldest”

chilliest

Similar to coldest, this emphasizes both coldness and discomfort

Example

The wind during the storm was the chilliest I've ever felt.

frostiest

Used to describe the highest level of coldness with a thick layer of frost or ice

Example

The Arctic region is known for its frostiest temperatures.

most frigid

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of coldness

Example

The most frigid temperatures are found in the polar regions.

Using than with comparative “colder”

When using the comparative form colder to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The ice cream is colder than the popsicle." Here, than is used to show that the temperature of the ice cream is lower than the temperature of the popsicle.

How can I use this expression in context?

“colder” and “coldest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Weather

  Today is colder than yesterday.

  Today is colder than yesterday.

• 2. Food and Drinks

  I like my drinks colder than room temperature.

  I like my drinks colder than room temperature.

• 3. Environments

  The freezer keeps the ice cream coldest.

  The freezer keeps the ice cream coldest.

• 4. Seasons

  Winter is the coldest season.

  Winter is the coldest season.

• 5. Therapies

  The ice bath is the coldest form of therapy.

  The ice bath is the coldest form of therapy.

Related idioms and phrases

Cold hands, warm heart

A person may seem cold on the outside but have a warm and caring personality.

Example

Although he rarely shows his emotions, he has a kind heart. Cold hands, warm heart.

Catch a cold

To become sick with a common cold virus.

Example

She forgot to wear a jacket and ended up catching a cold.

In cold blood

To do something without emotion or compassion.

Example

The crime was committed in cold blood, without any remorse.