lowest
word · lemma: low
/ˈɫoʊəst/
LOH-ust
/lˈəʊəst/
LOH-uhst
Definition
The superlative form of 'low'; describes something at its smallest, least, or bottom point compared to others.
Usage & Nuances
'Lowest' is used with things that can be measured or compared (like prices, temperatures, or levels). Common phrases: 'lowest price', 'at its lowest', 'record lowest'. It is formal and neutral. Do not use with uncountable qualities.
Spanish: más bajo - más bajaPortuguese (BR): mais baixo - mais baixaPortuguese (PT): mais baixo - mais baixaChinese (Simplified): 最低的Chinese (Traditional): 最低的Hindi: सबसे कमArabic: الأدنىBengali: সবচেয়ে কম - ন্যূনতমRussian: самый низкийJapanese: 最も低いVietnamese: thấp nhấtKorean: 가장 낮은Turkish: en düşükUrdu: سب سے کمIndonesian: terendah
Example Sentences
This is the lowest price I have seen.
basic
The temperature is at its lowest in the early morning.
basic
He had the lowest score in the class.
basic
Rent is at its lowest in the winter months.
natural
That was the lowest point of my career.
natural
Tickets are selling at the lowest rates this week.
natural