The comparative (second) degree is usually used as follows: with the or with suffix “-er” in front of the word (if it is a long word). “more” The superlative (third) degree is usually used as follows: with and the suffix or “the” “-est” “the in front of the word (if it is a long word). most” Examples: Large larger the largest Convincing more convincing the most convincing Practical tip: Never merge the two possible forms of the comparative or superlative degrees. It is incorrect for example to use most “the largest”. Choose the most suitable word Archaic (old-fashioned) and exaggerated formal words and style Try to use modern language as far as possible. However, does not refer to the language “modern” that you would use on Facebook or in SMSs! You have to use correct grammar and in full sentences. Your sentences have to be clear and understandable at all costs and portray respect to your reader. Examples: Afore before Amongst between; during; throughout Heretofore until now Hereof about; in this regard, of this Thereupon directly; suddenly; then Whosoever everyone who Whichsoever every one that Whilst although; during Whereupon consequently The repetition of words with similar meaning (tautology)
The comparative (second) degree is usually used as follows: with the suffix “-er” or with “more” in front of the word (if it is a long word). The superlative (third) degree is usually used as follows: with “the” and the suffix “-est” or “the most” in front of the word (if it is a long word). Examples: Large larger the largest Convincing more convincing the most convincing Practical tip: Never merge the two possible forms of the comparative or superlative degrees. It is incorrect for example to use “the most largest”. Choose the most suitable word Archaic (old-fashioned) and exaggerated formal words and style Try to use modern language as far as possible. However, “modern” does not refer to the language that you would use on Facebook or in SMSs! You have to use correct grammar and in full sentences. Your sentences have to be clear and understandable at all costs and portray respect to your reader. Examples: Afore before Amongst between; during; throughout Heretofore until now Hereof about; in this regard, of this Thereupon directly; suddenly; then Whosoever everyone who Whichsoever every one that Whilst although; during Whereupon consequently The repetition of words with similar meaning (tautology)