Learn how to use the comparative “unfriendlier” and superlative “unfriendliest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “unfriendliest”?

The comparative form of “unfriendliest” is “unfriendlier”.

Example

She became unfriendlier towards him after their argument.

Example

The new neighbors are unfriendlier than the previous ones.

What is the superlative form of “unfriendliest”?

The superlative form of “unfriendliest” is “unfriendliest”.

Example

Among all the staff members, she is the unfriendliest.

Example

This is the unfriendliest customer service I have ever experienced.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "unfriendly," "unfriendlier," and "unfriendliest." Instead, "unfriendlier" and "unfriendliest" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "unfriendly." Using "most unfriendly" or "more unfriendly" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Unfriendly" follows the regular comparative and superlative form: - Comparative form: Unfriendly → Unfriendlier - Superlative form: Unfriendly → Unfriendliest

Expressions with similar meanings to “unfriendlier”

less friendly

Used to describe someone who is not as warm or welcoming.

Example

He was noticeably less friendly than usual.

more hostile

Used to indicate a greater level of aggression or unfriendliness.

Example

The atmosphere in the room became more hostile as the argument escalated.

Expressions with similar meanings to “unfriendliest”

least friendly

Used to describe someone who is the least warm or welcoming.

Example

Out of all the employees, he is the least friendly.

most hostile

Used to indicate the highest level of aggression or unfriendliness.

Example

This is the most hostile environment I have ever encountered.

Using than with comparative “unfriendlier”

When using the comparative form "unfriendlier" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new neighbors are unfriendlier than the previous ones." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of unfriendliness of the new neighbors is higher than the level of unfriendliness of the previous ones.

How can I use this expression in context?

“unfriendlier” and “unfriendliest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Relationships

  After their argument, their interactions became unfriendlier.

  After their argument, their interactions became unfriendlier.

• 2. Customer Service

  This is the unfriendliest customer service I have ever experienced.

  This is the unfriendliest customer service I have ever experienced.

• 3. Environments

  The atmosphere in the room became unfriendlier as tensions rose.

  The atmosphere in the room became unfriendlier as tensions rose.

• 4. Interactions

  Among all the staff members, she is the unfriendliest.

  Among all the staff members, she is the unfriendliest.