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

What is the comparative form of “uncomforted”?

The comparative form of “uncomforted” is “more uncomfortable”.

Example

Sitting on a hard chair is more uncomfortable than sitting on a cushioned one.

Example

Wearing tight shoes is more uncomfortable than wearing loose ones.

What is the superlative form of “uncomforted”?

The superlative form of “uncomforted” is “most uncomfortable”.

Example

Among all the chairs, the wooden one is the most uncomfortable.

Example

The long flight was the most uncomfortable journey I've ever had.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "uncomfortable" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more uncomfortable" and "most uncomfortable" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of discomfort.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “more uncomfortable”

more uneasy

Used to describe something that causes more discomfort or unease.

Example

Being in a crowded room makes me feel more uneasy than being in an open space.

more awkward

Used to indicate that something is more uncomfortable or embarrassing.

Example

Having to speak in public is more awkward for me than having a one-on-one conversation.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most uncomfortable”

most uneasy

Used to describe something that causes the most discomfort or unease.

Example

The haunted house was the most uneasy experience of my life.

most awkward

Used to indicate that something is the most uncomfortable or embarrassing.

Example

The job interview was the most awkward situation I've ever been in.

Using than with comparative “more uncomfortable”

When using the comparative form "more uncomfortable" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Sitting on a hard chair is more uncomfortable than sitting on a cushioned one." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of discomfort in "sitting on a hard chair" is higher than the level of discomfort in "sitting on a cushioned one."

How can I use this expression in context?

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

• 1. Seating

  The wooden bench is more uncomfortable than the padded one.

  The wooden bench is more uncomfortable than the padded one.

• 2. Clothing

  Wearing a tight dress is the most uncomfortable outfit for me.

  Wearing a tight dress is the most uncomfortable outfit for me.

• 3. Sleeping

  Sleeping on the floor is more uncomfortable than sleeping on a mattress.

  Sleeping on the floor is more uncomfortable than sleeping on a mattress.

• 4. Temperature

  Being in extreme heat is the most uncomfortable weather condition.

  Being in extreme heat is the most uncomfortable weather condition.

Related idioms and phrases

A pain in the neck

Something or someone that is annoying or troublesome.

Example

Dealing with that difficult customer is a pain in the neck.

On pins and needles

Feeling anxious or nervous about something.

Example

I was on pins and needles waiting for the test results.