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superlative vs extolment

extolment vs superlative

superlative and extolment both are nouns.

superlative is an adjective but extolment is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
superlative Yes Yes No No
extolment Yes No No No
As nouns, extolment is a hypernym of superlative; that is, extolment is a word with a broader meaning than superlative:
  • superlative: an exaggerated expression (usually of praise)
  • extolment: an expression of approval and commendation
Other hypernyms of superlative include congratulations, kudos, praise.
superlative (noun) extolment (noun)
an exaggerated expression (usually of praise) an expression of approval and commendation
the superlative form of an adjective or adverb
the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
superlative (adjective) extolment (adjective)
highest in quality
Difference between superlative and extolment

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