Learn how to use the comparative “stouter” and superlative “stoutest” 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 “stouter”?

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

Example

The tree trunk is stouter than the branch.

Example

He is stouter than his brother.

What is the superlative form of “stouter”?

The superlative form of “stouter” is “stoutest”.

Example

Among all the trees, the oak tree is the stoutest.

Example

He is known for being the stoutest person in the room.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

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

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Stout does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: StoutStouter Superlative: StoutStoutest

Expressions with similar meanings to “stouter”

Used to describe something that is larger and heavier in size

Example

The bulkier suitcase was harder to carry.

Used to indicate something that has more weight

Example

The heavier dumbbell was more challenging to lift.

A slightly formal way of expressing increased thickness or density

Example

The more solid wall provided better insulation.

Expressions with similar meanings to “stoutest”

Similar to stoutest, this emphasizes both size and weight

Example

Among all the animals in the zoo, the elephant is the bulkiest.

Used to describe the highest level of weight

Example

The heaviest box was difficult to lift.

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of thickness or density

Example

The most solid foundation provided a stable base.

Using than with comparative “stouter”

When using the comparative form stouter to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The tree trunk is stouter than the branch." Here, than is used to show that the thickness of the tree trunk is greater than the thickness of the branch.

How can I use this expression in context?

“stouter” and “stoutest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Physical Objects

    The new bookshelf is stouter than the old one.

    The new bookshelf is stouter than the old one.

  • 2People

    He is stouter than his friend.

    He is stouter than his friend.

  • 3Buildings

    The new skyscraper is stouter than the old one.

    The new skyscraper is stouter than the old one.

  • 4Furniture

    The new sofa is stouter than the old one.

    The new sofa is stouter than the old one.

  • 5Plants

    The oak tree is stouter than the maple tree.

    The oak tree is stouter than the maple tree.

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