Learn how to use the comparative “richer” and superlative “richest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “richer”?

The comparative form of “richer” is “richer”.

Example

He is richer than his brother.

Example

The new job pays more and makes him richer.

What is the superlative form of “richer”?

The superlative form of “richer” is “richest”.

Example

Among all the contestants, he is the richest.

Example

She is considered the richest person in the world.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "rich" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "richer" and "richest" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of wealth.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Rich" follows the regular pattern of adding "er" and "est" to form comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “richer”

wealthier

Used to describe someone who has more money or possessions.

Example

She became wealthier after inheriting a large sum of money.

more affluent

Used to indicate that someone is in a higher socioeconomic status or has a higher standard of living.

Example

The neighborhood is known for its more affluent residents.

Expressions with similar meanings to “richest”

wealthiest

Used to describe someone who has the most money or possessions.

Example

He is one of the wealthiest individuals in the country.

most affluent

Used to indicate that someone is in the highest socioeconomic status or has the highest standard of living.

Example

The city's downtown area is home to the most affluent residents.

Using than with comparative “richer”

When using the comparative form "richer" to compare two people, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is richer than his brother." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of wealth in "he" is higher than the level of wealth in "his brother."

How can I use this expression in context?

“richer” and “richest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. People

  She is the richest person in the world.

  She is the richest person in the world.

• 2. Income

  The new job pays more and makes him richer.

  The new job pays more and makes him richer.

• 3. Socioeconomic Status

  The neighborhood is known for its more affluent residents.

  The neighborhood is known for its more affluent residents.

• 4. Possessions

  He inherited a large sum of money and became wealthier.

  He inherited a large sum of money and became wealthier.

Related idioms and phrases

Rolling in money

To have a lot of money or be very wealthy.

Example

After winning the lottery, he was rolling in money.

Filthy rich

To be extremely wealthy.

Example

The business tycoon is filthy rich.