The positive degree of "happiest" is simply "happy".
"Happiest" is the superlative form of the adjective "happy," indicating the highest degree of happiness. "Happy" is the positive degree, representing the basic state of happiness.
Here's a simple breakdown:
- Positive Degree: Happy
- Comparative Degree: Happier
- Superlative Degree: Happiest
For example:
- Positive: "I am happy today."
- Comparative: "She is happier than her sister."
- Superlative: "He is the happiest person I know."