Learn how to use the comparative “greener” and superlative “greenest” 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 “greenthumbed”?

The comparative form of “greenthumbed” is “greener”.

Example

Her garden is greener than mine.

Example

The grass in the park is greener after the rain.

What is the superlative form of “greenthumbed”?

The superlative form of “greenthumbed” is “greenest”.

Example

Among all the gardens in the neighborhood, hers is the greenest.

Example

The forest in that region is considered the greenest in the country.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "green," "greener," and "greenest." Instead, "greener" and "greenest" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "green." Using "most green" or "more green" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Green" follows the regular pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives: - Comparative form: Green → Greener - Superlative form: Green → Greenest

Expressions with similar meanings to “greener”

Used to describe something that is more vibrant or full of life.

Example

The plants in her garden are much livelier than mine.

Used to indicate that something is growing or thriving more than before.

Example

The flowers in the garden are more flourishing this year.

Used to describe something that is more lush and green.

Example

The meadow is more verdant after the recent rainfall.

Expressions with similar meanings to “greenest”

Used to describe something that is the most lively and full of color.

Example

The garden at the botanical park is the most vibrant in the city.

Used to indicate that something is growing or thriving more than any other.

Example

The rainforest in that area is the most flourishing ecosystem on the planet.

Used to describe something that is the most lush and green.

Example

The valley is the most verdant part of the countryside.

Using than with comparative “greener”

When using the comparative form "greener" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Her garden is greener than mine." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of greenness in her garden is higher than the level of greenness in my garden.

How can I use this expression in context?

“greener” and “greenest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Gardens

    Her garden is greener than mine.

    Her garden is greener than mine.

  • 2Nature

    The forest in that region is considered the greenest in the country.

    The forest in that region is considered the greenest in the country.

  • 3Ecosystems

    The rainforest in that area is the most flourishing ecosystem on the planet.

    The rainforest in that area is the most flourishing ecosystem on the planet.

  • 4Landscapes

    The valley is the most verdant part of the countryside.

    The valley is the most verdant part of the countryside.

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