Learn how to use the comparative “more scurflike” and superlative “most scurflike” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “scurflike”?

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

Example

The dandruff shampoo is more scurflike than the regular shampoo.

Example

The dry scalp treatment is more scurflike than the moisturizing conditioner.

What is the superlative form of “scurflike”?

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

Example

Among all the hair products, the anti-dandruff shampoo is the most scurflike.

Example

The medicated scalp treatment was the most scurflike product I've used.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "scurflike" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more scurflike" and "most scurflike" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of flakiness or scaliness.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Scurflike" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more scurflike”

more flaky

Used to describe something that has more flakes or scales.

Example

The crust on the bread is more flaky than the soft interior.

more scaly

Used to indicate that something has more scales or scabs.

Example

The lizard's skin is more scaly than the snake's skin.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most scurflike”

most flaky

Used to describe something that has the most flakes or scales.

Example

The pie crust was the most flaky I've ever tasted.

most scaly

Used to indicate that something has the most scales or scabs.

Example

The fish's skin was the most scaly I've ever seen.

Using than with comparative “more scurflike”

When using the comparative form "more scurflike" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The dandruff shampoo is more scurflike than the regular shampoo." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of flakiness in the dandruff shampoo is higher than the level of flakiness in the regular shampoo.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more scurflike” and “most scurflike” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Hair Products

  The anti-dandruff shampoo is more scurflike than the regular shampoo.

  The anti-dandruff shampoo is more scurflike than the regular shampoo.

• 2. Skin Conditions

  The dry skin cream is the most scurflike product I've tried.

  The dry skin cream is the most scurflike product I've tried.

• 3. Food

  The pastry is more flaky than the bread.

  The pastry is more flaky than the bread.

• 4. Animals

  The reptile's skin is the most scaly among all the animals.

  The reptile's skin is the most scaly among all the animals.