Learn how to use the comparative “colder” and superlative “coldest” 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 “coldblood”?

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

Example

The Arctic is colder than the Sahara Desert.

Example

She felt colder after stepping out of the warm house.

What is the superlative form of “coldblood”?

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

Example

Antarctica is known for being the coldest place on Earth.

Example

I can't stand being outside during the coldest days of winter.

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: ColdColder Superlative: ColdColdest

Expressions with similar meanings to “colder”

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

Example

The wind made the air feel chillier than usual.

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

Example

The frostier temperatures caused the lake to freeze over.

A slightly formal way of expressing increased coldness

Example

The more frigid temperatures in the mountains required heavier winter clothing.

Expressions with similar meanings to “coldest”

Similar to coldest, this emphasizes a slightly uncomfortable or unpleasant level of coldness

Example

The chilliest nights of the year require extra blankets and warm clothing.

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

Example

The frostiest mornings are when the car windows are completely covered in ice.

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of coldness

Example

The most frigid temperatures ever recorded were 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 freezer is colder than the refrigerator." Here, than is used to show that the temperature of the freezer is lower than the temperature of the refrigerator.

How can I use this expression in context?

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

    Today is colder than yesterday.

    Today is colder than yesterday.

  • 2Locations

    The North Pole is one of the coldest places on Earth.

    The North Pole is one of the coldest places on Earth.

  • 3Food and Drinks

    I prefer my drinks colder than room temperature.

    I prefer my drinks colder than room temperature.

  • 4Body Sensations

    Her hands felt colder after being outside in the snow.

    Her hands felt colder after being outside in the snow.

  • 5Objects

    The ice cream in the freezer is the coldest item in the kitchen.

    The ice cream in the freezer is the coldest item in the kitchen.

Related idioms and phrases

Cold as ice

To be extremely cold.

Example

After being outside in the snow, her hands were cold as ice.

In cold blood

To do something without any emotion or sympathy.

Example

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

Cold shoulder

To intentionally ignore or exclude someone.

Example

She gave him the cold shoulder after their argument.

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