What does suffix est stand for in a word?

The suffix "-est" typically indicates the superlative degree in adjectives and adverbs. It means "most" or "to the highest degree".

Here's how it works:

* Positive Degree: Describes a quality without comparison (e.g., "tall", "fast", "happy")

* Comparative Degree: Compares two things (e.g., "taller", "faster", "happier")

* Superlative Degree: Compares three or more things, indicating the highest degree of the quality (e.g., "tallest", "fastest", "happiest")

Examples:

* Tall: Positive degree

* Taller: Comparative degree

* Tallest: Superlative degree (the highest degree of tallness)

Note: Some adjectives and adverbs have irregular superlative forms, meaning they don't follow the standard "-est" rule. For example:

* Good - Better - Best

* Bad - Worse - Worst

* Far - Farther/Further - Farthest/Furthest

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