Learn how to use the comparative “more celestial” and superlative “most celestial” 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 “celestial”?

The comparative form of “celestial” is “more celestial”.

Example

The full moon is more celestial than a crescent moon.

The full moon is more celestial than a crescent moon.

Example

The stars in the countryside are more celestial than in the city.

The stars in the countryside are more celestial than in the city.

What is the superlative form of “celestial”?

The superlative form of “celestial” is “most celestial”.

Example

The Northern Lights are the most celestial phenomenon on Earth.

The Northern Lights are the most celestial phenomenon on Earth.

Example

The view from the mountaintop was the most celestial sight I've ever witnessed.

The view from the mountaintop was the most celestial sight I've ever witnessed.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "celestial" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more celestial" and "most celestial" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of divinity or ethereality.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

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

Expressions with similar meanings to “more celestial”

Used to describe something that is more divine or ethereal.

Example

The sunrise over the mountains was more heavenly than words can describe.

The sunrise over the mountains was more heavenly than words can describe.

Used to indicate that something is more supernatural or beyond this world.

Example

The aurora borealis is more otherworldly than anything I've ever seen.

The aurora borealis is more otherworldly than anything I've ever seen.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most celestial”

Used to describe something that is the most divine or ethereal.

Example

The symphony orchestra's performance was the most heavenly music I've ever heard.

The symphony orchestra's performance was the most heavenly music I've ever heard.

Used to indicate that something is the most supernatural or beyond this world.

Example

The science fiction movie had the most otherworldly special effects I've ever seen.

The science fiction movie had the most otherworldly special effects I've ever seen.

Using than with comparative “more celestial”

When using the comparative form "more celestial" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The full moon is more celestial than a crescent moon." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of divinity or ethereality in the "full moon" is higher than the level in the "crescent moon."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more celestial” and “most celestial” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Nature

    The waterfall in the forest is more celestial than any man-made structure.

    The waterfall in the forest is more celestial than any man-made structure.

  • 2Astronomy

    The galaxy cluster is the most celestial object in the night sky.

    The galaxy cluster is the most celestial object in the night sky.

  • 3Art

    The painting of angels is more celestial than the landscape artwork.

    The painting of angels is more celestial than the landscape artwork.

  • 4Religion

    The temple is the most celestial place of worship in the city.

    The temple is the most celestial place of worship in the city.

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