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Comparatives & superlatives

Syllabus topic 33: Comparatives & superlatives

Comparatives & superlatives. Use comparatives for differences and superlatives for extremes in a group.

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Use comparatives for differences and superlatives for extremes in a group. Much/far/a little can modify comparatives; very cannot normally do so. Less/the least express a lower degree; as ... as expresses equality.

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Notice how each form fits its sentence. Read the context before choosing a form.

  • This is much cheaper than mine.
  • She is the most experienced person here.
  • The journey wasn't as long as expected.
  • This option is less expensive than the other. (lower price)
  • Of the three, this works best. (well)

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