Novíssimo

Novíssimo is a Portuguese word that translates to "newest" or "very new." It is the superlative form of the adjective "novo," meaning "new." The word can be used to describe objects, ideas, or concepts that have recently come into existence or been introduced. For example, one might refer to the "novíssimo modelo de carro" (newest car model) or "novíssimas tecnologias" (newest technologies).

The suffix "-íssimo" in Portuguese is a common way to form the superlative absolute of adjectives. It indicates an extreme degree of the quality described by the adjective. Therefore, "novíssimo" implies a state of being exceptionally new, perhaps even more so than simply "novo."

In literary contexts or informal speech, "novíssimo" can also carry a connotation of freshness, innovation, or being at the cutting edge. It is a versatile term used across various registers of the Portuguese language to emphasize a state of recentness and novelty. The usage of "novíssimo" is distinct from comparative forms like "mais novo" (newer), as it expresses an absolute superlative.