Learn how to use the comparative “dizzier” and superlative “dizziest” 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 “dizziest”?

The comparative form of “dizziest” is “dizzier”.

Example

After spinning around in circles, she felt dizzier than before.

Example

The roller coaster made him feel dizzier than any other ride.

What is the superlative form of “dizziest”?

The superlative form of “dizziest” is “dizziest”.

Example

The spinning teacup ride is known for making people feel the dizziest.

Example

Out of all the roller coasters, the loop-de-loop ride is considered the dizziest.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “dizzier”

Used to describe a higher level of confusion or disorientation

Example

The maze left her feeling more disoriented than she had ever been.

Used to indicate a greater feeling of dizziness or lightheadedness

Example

The medication made her feel more lightheaded than usual.

A formal way of expressing a heightened sense of dizziness or vertigo

Example

The view from the top of the skyscraper was more vertiginous than she had anticipated.

Expressions with similar meanings to “dizziest”

Similar to dizziest, this emphasizes the highest level of confusion or disorientation

Example

The haunted house left her feeling the most disoriented she had ever been.

Used to describe the highest level of dizziness or lightheadedness

Example

The heat and dehydration made her feel the most lightheaded she had ever felt.

A formal way of expressing the highest level of dizziness or vertigo

Example

The spiral staircase was the most vertiginous she had ever encountered.

Using than with comparative “dizzier”

When using the comparative form dizzier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She felt dizzier than her friend after the spinning ride." Here, than is used to show that the level of 'her' dizziness is greater than the level of her friend's dizziness.

How can I use this expression in context?

“dizzier” and “dizziest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Amusement Park Rides

    The spinning teacup ride made her feel dizzier than any other ride.

    The spinning teacup ride made her feel dizzier than any other ride.

  • 2Medication Side Effects

    The new medication made her feel dizzier than she had expected.

    The new medication made her feel dizzier than she had expected.

  • 3Height and Vertigo

    Looking down from the tall building made her feel dizzier than she had ever felt before.

    Looking down from the tall building made her feel dizzier than she had ever felt before.

  • 4Confusing Situations

    The complex puzzle left her feeling dizzier than she had anticipated.

    The complex puzzle left her feeling dizzier than she had anticipated.

  • 5Motion Sickness

    The boat ride on rough waters made her feel dizzier than she had ever felt.

    The boat ride on rough waters made her feel dizzier than she had ever felt.

Related idioms and phrases

Head spinning

Feeling extremely dizzy or disoriented.

Example

After the intense spinning ride, her head was spinning.

Lose your balance

To become unsteady or dizzy, often resulting in falling.

Example

The sudden dizziness caused her to lose her balance and stumble.

Room spinning

Feeling extremely dizzy or disoriented, as if the room is moving.

Example

After the roller coaster ride, she felt like the room was spinning.

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