Learn how to use the comparative “worse” and superlative “worst” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “ungood”?

The comparative form of “ungood” is “worse”.

Example

His performance today is worse than yesterday.

Example

The second version of the software is worse than the first.

What is the superlative form of “ungood”?

The superlative form of “ungood” is “worst”.

Example

Among all the options, this is the worst solution.

Example

He is considered the worst player on the team.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "good," "better," and "best." Instead, "worse" and "worst" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "ungood." Using "most ungood" or "more ungood" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Ungood" does not have a regular comparative and superlative form. It follows the pattern: - Comparative form: Ungood → Worse - Superlative form: Ungood → Worst

Expressions with similar meanings to “worse”

inferior

Used to describe something of lower quality or excellence.

Example

The quality of the product is clearly inferior to its competitors.

weaker

Used to indicate that something has become less strong or effective.

Example

The team's performance in the second half was weaker than in the first half.

deteriorated

Used to describe something that has become worse or less satisfactory.

Example

The condition of the building has deteriorated over time.

Expressions with similar meanings to “worst”

poorest

Used to describe something of the lowest quality or excellence.

Example

The poorest quality item was immediately discarded.

least favorable

Used to indicate the least desirable or advantageous option.

Example

The least favorable outcome would be if we lose the contract.

Using than with comparative “worse”

When using the comparative form "worse" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "His performance today is worse than yesterday." Here, "than" is used to show that the quality of his performance today is lower than the quality of his performance "yesterday."

How can I use this expression in context?

“worse” and “worst” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Performance

  Her singing is worse than his.

  Her singing is worse than his.

• 2. Options

  This option is worse for our budget.

  This option is worse for our budget.

• 3. Choices

  Out of all the designs, this one is the worst.

  Out of all the designs, this one is the worst.

• 4. Conditions

  The weather today is the worst we've had all year.

  The weather today is the worst we've had all year.