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Meaning of meanest

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

meanest

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To lament.

verb

Definitions

  1. To intend.

  2. To convey (a meaning).

  3. To have conviction in (something said or expressed); to be sincere in (what one says).

    Example: Does she really mean what she said to him last night?

  4. To cause or produce (a given result); to bring about (a given result).

    Example: One faltering step means certain death.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Common; general.

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

    Example: a man of mean parentage / a mean abode

  3. Low in quality or degree; inferior; poor; shabby.

    Example: a mean appearance / mean dress

  4. Without dignity of mind; destitute of honour; low-minded; spiritless; base.

    Example: a mean motive