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What does suffix iest mean?

The suffix "-iest" is used to form the superlative of adjectives, indicating the highest degree of a quality.

For example:

* tall -> tallest (the highest degree of tallness)

* happy -> happiest (the highest degree of happiness)

* fast -> fastest (the highest degree of speed)

It is important to note that "-iest" is only used for adjectives that end in "-y". If an adjective doesn't end in "-y", you would use "-est" to form the superlative.

For example:

* big -> biggest

* strong -> strongest

* good -> best

Hope this helps!

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