What is the comparative form of “defective”?

The comparative form of “defective” is “more defective”.

Example

The second-hand phone is more defective than the brand new one.

Example

The old car is more defective than the new model.

What is the superlative form of “defective”?

The superlative form of “defective” is “most defective”.

Example

Among all the products, this one is the most defective.

Example

The old refrigerator was the most defective appliance in the house.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "defective" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more defective" and "most defective" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of flaws or problems.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Defective" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more defective”

more faulty

Used to describe something that has more flaws or problems.

Example

The used laptop is more faulty than the new one.

more flawed

Used to indicate that something has more imperfections or defects.

Example

The second-hand furniture is more flawed than the new one.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most defective”

most faulty

Used to describe something that has the most flaws or problems.

Example

The old TV is the most faulty electronic device in the house.

most flawed

Used to indicate that something has the most imperfections or defects.

Example

The antique vase is the most flawed item in the collection.

Using than with comparative “more defective”

When using the comparative form "more defective" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The second-hand phone is more defective than the brand new one." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of defects in the "second-hand phone" is higher than the level of defects in the "brand new one."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more defective” and “most defective” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

1Products
The used laptop is more defective than the new one.
The used laptop is more defective than the new one.
2Appliances
The old refrigerator was the most defective appliance in the house.
The old refrigerator was the most defective appliance in the house.
3Electronics
The old TV is the most faulty electronic device in the house.
The old TV is the most faulty electronic device in the house.
4Items
The antique vase is the most flawed item in the collection.
The antique vase is the most flawed item in the collection.