Learn how to use the comparative “bluer” and superlative “bluest” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “bluish”?

The comparative form of “bluish” is “bluer”.

Example

The sky is bluer today than it was yesterday.

Example

Her eyes are bluer than the ocean.

What is the superlative form of “bluish”?

The superlative form of “bluish” is “bluest”.

Example

Among all the colors, blue is the bluest.

Example

The sapphire is known for being the bluest gemstone.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

Bluer and bluest are considered regular comparatives and superlatives. They do not require the use of 'more' or 'most'. The forms 'more blue' and 'most blue' are not commonly used because they sound awkward. Instead, bluer and bluest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Bluish follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: BluishBluer Superlative: BluishBluest

Expressions with similar meanings to “bluer”

A slightly formal way of expressing increased blueness

Example

The painting became more blue as the artist added more pigment.

Used to describe a shade of blue that is darker or more intense

Example

The ocean appeared deeper blue as the sun set.

Used to describe a shade of blue that is more vibrant or saturated

Example

The flowers in the garden had a richer blue color than the ones in the field.

Expressions with similar meanings to “bluest”

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of blueness

Example

The sky at sunset was the most blue I had ever seen.

Used to describe the darkest or most intense shade of blue

Example

The midnight sky was filled with the deepest blue I had ever witnessed.

Used to describe the most vibrant or saturated shade of blue

Example

The peacock's feathers displayed the richest blue imaginable.

Using than with comparative “bluer”

When using the comparative form bluer to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The ocean is bluer than the sky." Here, than is used to show that the blueness of the ocean is greater than the blueness of the sky.

How can I use this expression in context?

“bluer” and “bluest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Nature

    The flowers in the garden are bluer than the ones in the field.

    The flowers in the garden are bluer than the ones in the field.

  • 2Art

    The artist added more pigment to make the painting bluer.

    The artist added more pigment to make the painting bluer.

  • 3Gemstones

    The sapphire is known for being the bluest gemstone.

    The sapphire is known for being the bluest gemstone.

  • 4Eyes

    Her eyes are bluer than the ocean.

    Her eyes are bluer than the ocean.

  • 5Clothing

    She chose the bluest dress from her wardrobe.

    She chose the bluest dress from her wardrobe.

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