Learn how to use the comparative “slenderer” and superlative “slenderest” 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 “slender”?

The comparative form of “slender” is “slenderer”.

Example

She is slenderer than her sister.

Example

The new model is slenderer than the previous one.

What is the superlative form of “slender”?

The superlative form of “slender” is “slenderest”.

Example

Among all the models, she is the slenderest.

Example

This is the slenderest version of the product.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "slender," "slenderer," and "slenderest." Instead, "slenderer" and "slenderest" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "slender." Using "most slender" or "more slender" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Slender" has a regular comparative and superlative form. It follows the pattern: - Comparative form: Slender → Slenderer - Superlative form: Slender → Slenderest

Expressions with similar meanings to “slenderer”

Used to describe something that has a smaller width or circumference.

Example

The new phone is thinner than the old one.

Used to describe someone who has less body fat and more muscle.

Example

After months of training, he became leaner and more fit.

sleeker

Used to describe something that has a smooth and elegant appearance.

Example

The new car design is sleeker and more aerodynamic.

Expressions with similar meanings to “slenderest”

Used to describe something that has the smallest width or circumference.

Example

The thinnest laptop on the market is incredibly lightweight.

Used to describe someone who has the least body fat and the most muscle.

Example

He won the bodybuilding competition as the leanest contestant.

Used to describe something that has the smoothest and most elegant appearance.

Example

The sports car with the sleekest design won the award for best aesthetics.

Using than with comparative “slenderer”

When using the comparative form "slenderer" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is slenderer than her sister." Here, "than" is used to show that the degree of slenderness of "she" is higher than the degree of slenderness of her sister.

How can I use this expression in context?

“slenderer” and “slenderest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Physical Appearance

    The new dress makes her look slenderer.

    The new dress makes her look slenderer.

  • 2Objects

    The new laptop is the slenderest in its category.

    The new laptop is the slenderest in its category.

  • 3Figures

    Out of all the models, she has the slenderest figure.

    Out of all the models, she has the slenderest figure.

  • 4Design

    The sleek and slenderest design of the phone is visually appealing.

    The sleek and slenderest design of the phone is visually appealing.

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