SportsJuly 15, 2026
superlative
/suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/
Definition
A specific award or title given to a student by their peers to recognize them as the best in a particular category.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'superlativus,' meaning 'tending to raise or surpass.' It entered English through Middle French to describe the highest degree of comparison before evolving to identify individuals who stand out in a specific quality.
In the news
In the article, the term describes Diane Horton Deal being voted 'Most Athletic Girl' by her classmates, highlighting her status as a standout athlete. It refers to the common high school tradition of recognizing seniors with superlative titles in a yearbook.
Sports obituary: Diane Horton Deal was one of South’s first basketball stars
Read the full article ↗Salisbury Post