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remotest

/rɪˈmoʊtɪst/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Superlative of remote; situated at the greatest distance from the center or from other places; most isolated or unlikely.

Example Sentences:
  • They lived in the remotest corner of the archipelago, miles from the nearest town.
  • There is not the remotest chance that the project will be completed by tomorrow.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'remotus', the past participle of 'removere' (to move back or away), formed from 're-' (back) and 'movere' (to move). The superlative suffix '-est' was added to indicate the highest degree of distance or isolation.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a 'remote' control that is so far away you have to get up to find it—the 'remotest' one is the hardest to reach.

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1. What is the meaning of “remotest” in English?

In English, remotest (adjective) is defined as: “Superlative of remote; situated at the greatest distance from the center or from other places; most isolated or unlikely.”.

2. How do you use “remotest” in a sentence?

They lived in the remotest corner of the archipelago, miles from the nearest town.

3. What are English synonyms of “remotest”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “remotest”?

Derived from the Latin 'remotus', the past participle of 'removere' (to move back or away), formed from 're-' (back) and 'movere' (to move). The superlative suffix '-est' was added to indicate the highest degree of distance or isolation.