Learn how to use the comparative “colder” and superlative “coldest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “freezing”?

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

Example

The temperature today is colder than yesterday.

Example

She felt colder after stepping outside into the snow.

What is the superlative form of “freezing”?

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

Example

This winter has been the coldest in decades.

Example

The ice bath is known for being the coldest form of therapy.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with freezing, colder, and coldest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more freezing' and 'most freezing' 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?

Freezing does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Freezing → Colder Superlative: Freezing → Coldest

Expressions with similar meanings to “colder”

chillier

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

Example

The wind made the air feel chillier than it actually was.

frostier

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

Example

The windowpane became frostier as the temperature dropped.

more frigid

A formal way of expressing increased coldness

Example

The Arctic region experiences more frigid temperatures than any other place on Earth.

Expressions with similar meanings to “coldest”

chilliest

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

Example

The wind made the mountaintop the chilliest place to be.

frostiest

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

Example

The frostiest part of the freezer is where the ice cream is stored.

most frigid

A formal way of expressing the highest level of coldness

Example

The most frigid temperatures on Earth can be found in Antarctica.

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: "Today is colder than yesterday." Here, than is used to show that the temperature of 'today' is lower than the temperature of 'yesterday'.

How can I use this expression in context?

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

• 1. Weather

  The winter season is colder than the summer season.

  The winter season is colder than the summer season.

• 2. Locations

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

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

• 3. Food and Drinks

  I prefer my drinks to be colder than room temperature.

  I prefer my drinks to be colder than room temperature.

• 4. Body Sensations

  After being outside in the snow, her hands felt colder than before.

  After being outside in the snow, her hands felt colder than before.

• 5. Objects

  The ice cube is colder than the liquid water.

  The ice cube is colder than the liquid water.

Related idioms and phrases

Cold as ice

To be extremely cold.

Example

After spending hours in the snow, her fingers were cold as ice.

In the cold light of day

To see or understand something clearly and without emotion.

Example

After the excitement wore off, she saw the situation in the cold light of day and realized it wasn't as great as she initially thought.

Catch a chill

To become cold, often leading to illness.

Example

Don't forget to wear a jacket outside or you might catch a chill.