youngest

[ yuhng-gist ]

adjective

1. superlative of young.

noun

1. a person who is the least old of a group, as the youngest member of a family:

   Their youngest is still in high school.

Word History and Origins

Origin of youngest¹

First recorded before 1000; young ( def ) + -est ¹( def )

Example Sentences

Williams was living at a homeless shelter, the counselor said, and James was now in charge of the two youngest children.

From Los Angeles Times

Ngumezi's youngest son doesn't fully understand that his mother is dead.

From Salon

Whether Cronin’s team, the youngest in the division, can take the next step in closing the gap with the Kings and the rest of the league will depend on how quickly those young Ducklings mature.

From Los Angeles Times

Fans and pundits are already describing Ditcheva as being among the world's best, with the Briton also becoming the PFL's youngest ever champion at 26.

From BBC

And for the youngest in society who are growing up with free, hardcore content at their fingertips, the impact of early overexposure can be far reaching.

From BBC

Related Words

• budding
• inexperienced
• new
• youthful