'Absolute superlative' definitions:

Definition of 'Absolute superlative'

From: GCIDE
  • Superlative \Su`per*la"tive\, n.
  • 1. That which is highest or most eminent; the utmost degree. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Gram.) (a) The superlative degree of adjectives and adverbs; also, a form or word by which the superlative degree is expressed; as, strongest, wisest, most stormy, least windy, are all superlatives. [1913 Webster]
  • Absolute superlative, a superlative in an absolute rather than in a comparative or exclusive sense. See Elative. [1913 Webster]