Learn how to use the comparative “fatter” and superlative “fattest” 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 “fatted”?

The comparative form of “fatted” is “fatter”.

Example

The cat is fatter than the mouse.

Example

He has become fatter since he stopped exercising.

What is the superlative form of “fatted”?

The superlative form of “fatted” is “fattest”.

Example

Among all the animals, the elephant is the fattest.

Example

He is known for being the fattest person in town.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “fatter”

Used to describe someone or something that has gained more weight

Example

She has become heavier after her pregnancy.

Used to describe someone or something that has a rounder or fuller figure

Example

The baby's cheeks have become plumper since birth.

A slightly formal way of expressing increased weight

Example

The more overweight you are, the higher your risk of developing health problems.

Expressions with similar meanings to “fattest”

Similar to fattest, this emphasizes the highest level of weight

Example

Among all the contestants, he is the heaviest.

Used to describe someone or something that has the roundest or fullest figure

Example

The pumpkin in the garden is the plumpest.

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of weight

Example

The most overweight individuals are at the greatest risk of obesity-related health issues.

Using than with comparative “fatter”

When using the comparative form fatter to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The cat is fatter than the mouse." Here, than is used to show that the weight of the cat is greater than the weight of the mouse.

How can I use this expression in context?

“fatter” and “fattest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Animals

    The elephant is fatter than the giraffe.

    The elephant is fatter than the giraffe.

  • 2People

    He is fatter than his brother.

    He is fatter than his brother.

  • 3Food

    The double cheeseburger is fatter than the regular burger.

    The double cheeseburger is fatter than the regular burger.

  • 4Objects

    The new book is fatter than the old one.

    The new book is fatter than the old one.

  • 5Statistics

    The fattest countries have the highest rates of obesity.

    The fattest countries have the highest rates of obesity.

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