Learn how to use the comparative “more frozen” and superlative “most frozen” 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 “frozen”?

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

Example

The lake was more frozen in the winter than it had been in previous years.

Example

The ice cream was more frozen than I expected, so I had to let it thaw for a few minutes.

What is the superlative form of “frozen”?

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

Example

The lake was the most frozen it had ever been, with thick layers of ice covering its surface.

Example

The popsicles were stored in the freezer for a long time, making them the most frozen treats we had ever tasted.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Frozen does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: FrozenMore frozen Superlative: FrozenMost frozen

Expressions with similar meanings to “more frozen”

Used to describe something that is colder and more frozen

Example

The icier temperatures caused the lake to freeze over completely.

Used to indicate a lower temperature and a higher level of freezing

Example

The freezer kept the ice cream even colder than the recommended temperature.

Similar to icier, this emphasizes the presence of frost and extreme coldness

Example

The frostier weather made it difficult to go outside without proper protection.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most frozen”

Similar to most frozen, this emphasizes extreme coldness and a high level of freezing

Example

The iciest part of the lake was where the ice was thickest and most solid.

Used to describe the lowest temperature and the highest level of freezing

Example

The Arctic is known for being one of the coldest regions on Earth.

Similar to iciest, this emphasizes extreme coldness and the presence of frost

Example

The frostiest mornings were when everything was covered in a thick layer of frost.

Using than with comparative “more frozen”

When using the comparative form more frozen to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The lake was more frozen than it had been in previous years." Here, than is used to show that the level of freezing in the lake was greater than in previous years.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more frozen” and “most frozen” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Weather

    The temperature dropped even further, making the ground more frozen.

    The temperature dropped even further, making the ground more frozen.

  • 2Food

    The ice cream was left in the freezer for too long and became more frozen than intended.

    The ice cream was left in the freezer for too long and became more frozen than intended.

  • 3Nature

    The waterfall was surrounded by more frozen rocks and icicles in the winter.

    The waterfall was surrounded by more frozen rocks and icicles in the winter.

  • 4Bodies of Water

    The river was most frozen during the coldest months of the year.

    The river was most frozen during the coldest months of the year.

  • 5Objects

    The meat was stored in the freezer and became most frozen.

    The meat was stored in the freezer and became most frozen.

Related idioms and phrases

Cold as ice

Describing something or someone as extremely cold or unfeeling.

Example

Her stare was as cold as ice.

On thin ice

In a risky or dangerous situation.

Example

After breaking the rules, he knew he was on thin ice with his boss.

Freeze someone out

To intentionally exclude or ignore someone.

Example

They decided to freeze him out of the group after the argument.

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