1. Definition & Core Meaning
Comparatives compare TWO things. Superlatives compare THREE OR MORE.
Short Adjectives (1 syllable):
- Comparative: add -er (tall -> taller)
- Superlative: add the -est (tall -> the tallest)
Long Adjectives (2+ syllables):
- Comparative: more + adj (more beautiful)
- Superlative: the most + adj (the most beautiful)
Irregular Adjectives:
- Good -> better -> the best
- Bad -> worse -> the worst
- Far -> further -> the furthest