How to Pronounce Meanest

To pronounce "meanest", say MEAN-est — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

MEAN-est

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💡 Tip for remembering “meanest”

"meanest" has 2 syllables: mean-est. It rhymes with machinist and greenest, if that helps it stick.

What does meanest mean?

verb

  1. To lament.

verb

  1. To intend.
  2. To convey (a meaning).

adjective

  1. Common; general.
  2. Of a common or low origin, grade, or quality; common; humble.

    “a man of mean parentage / a mean abode”

Synonyms

bring aboutcauselead toresult inconveyindicatesignifyimplybaseignoble

Antonyms

honorableloftynoble

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Words that rhyme with meanest

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machinistgreenestplenisthygienistcleanestleanestkeenestkienast

Related words

baddestbiggestcharesgreatestlargestlousiestworstlaziest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "meanest"?▾

"Meanest" has 2 syllables: mean · est.

What does "meanest" mean?▾

Meanest: To lament.

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