NIGHEST

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

(superlative of 'near' or 'close') within the shortest distance

Example:

that was the time he came nearest to death

Synonyms:

closest; nearest; nighest

Classified under:

Adverbs

Domain usage:

superlative (an exaggerated expression (usually of praise))

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