cleverest
word · lemma: clever
Definition
The superlative form of 'clever,' meaning the person or thing that is the most intelligent, quick-thinking, or skillful in a group.
Usage & Nuances
'Cleverest' is the formal superlative; use it when comparing three or more people or things. Common with 'the' as in 'the cleverest student.' Synonyms include 'smartest' or 'brightest.' Less formal or in spoken English, people often use 'most clever.'
Spanish: más inteligente - más listo - más ingeniosoPortuguese (BR): mais inteligente - mais esperto - mais sagazPortuguese (PT): mais inteligente - mais esperto - mais astutoChinese (Simplified): 最聪明的 - 最机智的Chinese (Traditional): 最聰明的 - 最機智的Hindi: सबसे चालाक - सबसे बुद्धिमानArabic: الأذكى - الأبرع
Example Sentences
Out of all the kids, Tom is the cleverest.
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This is the cleverest solution to the problem.
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She is the cleverest girl in our class.
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You always think of the cleverest ways to save money!
natural
Between the two brothers, Ben is definitely the cleverest.
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That was the cleverest trick I’ve ever seen.
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