latest
Translation
most recent, newest
Examples
What is the latest news?
What is the latest news?
This is her latest book.
This is her latest book.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) most recent or newest What is the latest news?
Similar Words
Synonyms: newest, most recent, current; Antonyms: earliest, oldest
Etymology
From Old English 'latost', superlative of 'læt' (late). The '-est' suffix denotes a superlative form.
Memory Tips
Think of 'late' + 'est' = most late, which has come to mean the most recent in time.