# merest

Pronunciation: say "MEER-ist" US /ˈmɪəɹɪst/, UK /ˈmɪə̯ɪst/

## Adjective

1. Superlative of mere. — superlative form of mere: most mere
   - Simple: Superlative of mere. Use it for the smallest or slightest amount of something.
   - _The merest suggestion of criticism seemed to wound him deeply._
   - _Only the merest trace of perfume still lingered in the empty room._

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