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Learn how to use the comparative “cloudier” and superlative “cloudiest” 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 “cloudy”?

The comparative form of “cloudy” is “cloudier”.

Example

Today is cloudier than yesterday.

Example

The weather forecast predicts that it will be cloudier tomorrow.

What is the superlative form of “cloudy”?

The superlative form of “cloudy” is “cloudiest”.

Example

Among all the days this week, today is the cloudiest.

Example

The month of November is known for being the cloudiest.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Cloudy does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: CloudyCloudier Superlative: CloudyCloudiest

Expressions with similar meanings to “cloudier”

Used to describe something that is cloudier in a gloomy or dark way

Example

The sky became murkier as the storm approached.

Used to indicate something that is cloudier with a lack of clarity or visibility

Example

The view from the mountain top was hazier due to the fog.

A slightly formal way of expressing increased cloudiness

Example

The sky became more overcast as the day went on.

Expressions with similar meanings to “cloudiest”

Similar to cloudiest, this emphasizes both darkness and gloominess

Example

The night was the murkiest I had ever seen.

haziest

Used to describe the highest level of cloudiness with a lack of clarity or visibility

Example

The morning fog made for the haziest conditions on the road.

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of cloudiness

Example

The day with the most overcast sky was during the winter season.

Using than with comparative “cloudier”

When using the comparative form cloudier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Today is cloudier than yesterday." Here, than is used to show that the level of cloudiness today is greater than the level of cloudiness yesterday.

How can I use this expression in context?

“cloudier” and “cloudiest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Weather

    The storm made the sky cloudier than usual.

    The storm made the sky cloudier than usual.

  • 2Seasons

    Winter tends to be cloudier than summer.

    Winter tends to be cloudier than summer.

  • 3Locations

    The coastal areas are usually cloudier than inland regions.

    The coastal areas are usually cloudier than inland regions.

  • 4Days

    Monday was the cloudiest day of the week.

    Monday was the cloudiest day of the week.

  • 5Moods

    Her face became cloudier as she received bad news.

    Her face became cloudier as she received bad news.

Related idioms and phrases

Every cloud has a silver lining

There is something positive or hopeful even in a difficult or unpleasant situation.

Example

Although she lost her job, she found a new opportunity. Every cloud has a silver lining.

Head in the clouds

To be daydreaming or not paying attention to what is happening around you.

Example

He often has his head in the clouds during class and misses important information.

Under a cloud

To be suspected or under scrutiny for something negative or wrong.

Example

After the scandal, the politician was under a cloud of suspicion.

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