iest- root words — words with the iest- root

The root iest- comes from English iest, meaning superlative degree. 3 words in Dendril are built from it, including hastiest, haughtiest, phlegmiest. Dendril shows them on a free interactive word map — no signup, no ads.

Words that use the iest- root

Explore words with iest- — words containing the iest- root and sharing its sense of "superlative degree". Examples include hastiest, haughtiest, phlegmiest. Click any word to see its own roots, definition, and related words.

What does iest- mean?

The iest- root means superlative degree, from English iest. Recognizing it helps you decode and remember the many English words built on this root.