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latest
/ˈleɪtɪst/
most recent
Have you seen the latest episode of the series?
Have you seen the most recent episode of the series?
neutral
most recent in time; newest
The latest news reports suggest a change in policy.
The most recent news reports suggest a change in policy.
She always wears the latest fashion trends.
She always wears the most recent fashion trends.
Used to describe something that has just come out or happened, often in contrast to earlier versions or occurrences.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Avoid redundancy
Do not use 'latest' with words like 'most recent' or 'newest' together, as it is already superlative. For example, say 'the latest news' instead of 'the most latest news'.
Gold Rule
Superlative form
'Latest' is the superlative form of 'late' and is used to describe the most recent thing in a series. It does not take an additional superlative marker like 'most'.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'latest' (superlative of 'late'), from Old English 'lætost', comparative of 'læt' (late).
Usage Notes
'Latest' can imply not just recency but also relevance or importance, often used in contexts like news, technology, or fashion. It is commonly paired with 'the' (e.g., 'the latest news').
Word Breakdown
late
after the expected or usual time
root-est
superlative suffix
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