Modifying Comparisons: Superlatives, Comparatives

Modifying Comparisons: Superlatives, Comparatives

1. Uses

   • To compare things with varying degrees of intensity.

2. 3 Structures

   • To show a small difference
     • Use "almost" or "nearly"
   • Superlative with “by far”
     • Used to emphasize a significant difference.
   • To show a big difference
     • Use "nowhere near"

3. Examples

   • Superlative
     • That’s by far the most interesting book I’ve read
   • Comparative small difference
     • He’s almost as smart as his older sister
   • Comparative big difference
     • He’s nowhere near as smart as his older sister