Learn how to use the comparative “crappier” and superlative “crappiest” 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 “crappier”?

The comparative form of “crappier” is “crappier”.

Example

The second-hand car I bought is crappier than I expected.

Example

This restaurant has crappier service than the one down the street.

What is the superlative form of “crappier”?

The superlative form of “crappier” is “crappiest”.

Example

Among all the hotels we stayed at, this one had the crappiest rooms.

Example

The old computer is known for having the crappiest performance.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

Crappier and crappiest are irregular comparatives and superlatives of the adjective crappy. They do not follow the regular pattern of adding 'more' or 'most' before the adjective. Instead, the '-ier' and '-iest' endings are used to form the comparative and superlative forms respectively.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Crappy is an irregular adjective, so it does not follow the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: CrappyCrappier Superlative: CrappyCrappiest

Expressions with similar meanings to “crappier”

Used to describe something of lower quality or standard

Example

The worse option is to take the longer route.

Similar to worse, emphasizing that something is of lower quality or value

Example

The inferior product did not meet my expectations.

Used to indicate something that is below average or not up to par

Example

The subpar performance of the team led to their defeat.

Expressions with similar meanings to “crappiest”

Used to describe the lowest level of quality or standard

Example

The worst part of the movie was the predictable ending.

Similar to worst, emphasizing that something is of the lowest quality or value

Example

The most inferior product on the market failed to meet consumer expectations.

Used to indicate something that is the least pleasing or fulfilling

Example

The least satisfactory aspect of the job was the lack of growth opportunities.

Using than with comparative “crappier”

When using the comparative form crappier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "This phone is crappier than the previous model." Here, than is used to show that the quality of 'this phone' is lower than the quality of the previous model.

How can I use this expression in context?

“crappier” and “crappiest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Products

    The knock-off brand is crappier than the original.

    The knock-off brand is crappier than the original.

  • 2Services

    The budget airline offers crappier service compared to other airlines.

    The budget airline offers crappier service compared to other airlines.

  • 3Accommodations

    The motel had the crappiest rooms I've ever seen.

    The motel had the crappiest rooms I've ever seen.

  • 4Performances

    The actor's last film was his crappiest performance yet.

    The actor's last film was his crappiest performance yet.

  • 5Experiences

    That was the crappiest vacation I've ever had.

    That was the crappiest vacation I've ever had.

Related idioms and phrases

You get what you pay for

The quality of something is directly related to its price.

Example

I bought a cheap laptop, but it turned out to be of poor quality. You get what you pay for.

In the dumps

Feeling sad or depressed.

Example

After losing his job, he was in the dumps for weeks.

Bottom of the barrel

Referring to something of the lowest quality or standard.

Example

The company hired the bottom of the barrel employees.

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