High school tends to often recognize academic and extracurricular achievements. However, superlatives give students a chance to be recognized for their unique characteristics.
What is a Superlative?
The actual definition of a superlative is an object or person that has the most of a given quality. Within the context of high school, superlatives are
symbolic of yearbook traditions.
Basically, superlatives, as the traditional definition implies, recognize students for being the best at something. This ‘something’ that they’re best at could be anything from the funniest to best dressed.
Often, these superlatives also predict who would most likely be the person to fill a certain position in the future such as ‘Most Likely to Become President’. Although there are stereotypical categories that most yearbooks have, it is very common for yearbooks to branch out with unique categories.
How are They Used in Yearbooks?
Yearbooks, in general, are a way to cherish the
memories you made in high school. Superlatives are a way to enhance these memories by recognizing the unique aspects of individuals that are not typically recognized in a usual setting. Rather than just glancing at endless rows of faces, superlatives add a human touch to yearbooks.
Why They’re Fun
Often, superlatives are reserved for the senior class as a rite of passage, leaving underclassmen with great anticipation for their senior year. The superlatives allow students to recognize the amazing individuals that they grew alongside for four years.
There tends to be voting for superlatives that allow for each senior to vote for the people they cherish. However, the best part of superlatives is all the creativity that goes into it. You can make a superlative for absolutely anything.
Pop Culture Options
This year in particular has given us lots of
pop culture trends that could possibly be used as superlatives. Here’s a list of some ideas:
Best Barbenheimer Duo
The Barbie and Oppenheimer movies took the world by storm in 2023 with many making Barbie /Oppenheimer duo costumes and theme days. This superlative is perfect for the best friends or couples whose aesthetics don’t necessarily match each other.
Most Likely to Discover a UFO
This year gave us many alien sightings that all of us were crazed over. This superlative is for the friend who loves all things science fiction.
Most Likely to Drop the Best Diss Track
This year has been no stranger to
diss tracks. Miley Cyrus released her hit ‘Flowers’ demonstrating her independence, and Shakira released her hit ‘Bzrp Music Sections, Vol.53’ showing her strength after a breakup. This superlative is for the friend who loves to write and is not afraid to speak their mind.
Best Rory Gilmore
Gilmore Girls is a must-watch no matter what year it is. When anybody wants fall study motivation, TikTok has made sure to feature Rory Gilmore. This superlative is for the bookworm friend who can’t seem to have enough books or coffee.
Most Likely to be Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
Everyone who knows anything about the football world and music world knows about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the ultimate entertainment crossover. This couple definitely broke 2023.
This superlative is for the
athlete-choir couple. They help show that cliques shouldn’t define high school, so they should be recognized!
Most Likely to be a Famous TikToker
TikTok is the social media app for this generation, and new influencers seem to appear every week. This superlative is for the extrovert friend who loves to goof around and make dances to every song.
Most Likely to Take over the World with AI
This year was all about advancements in artificial intelligence and its future prospects. This superlative is for a friend who is passionate about all things science and technology.
Most Likely to have a Dunkin Commercial
Dunkin' was all the rage this year because of commercials with celebrities such as Ice Spice and Ben Affleck. Who could be next? This superlative is for the kid who is sure to be a star but also loves simple things such as their
daily coffee.
Most Likely to Bring Back the Grimace Milkshake
The Grimace Milkshake trend went viral over TikTok with kids buying the milkshakes and then pretending that the milkshake put them in crazy situations. This superlative is for the kid who actually enjoys the milkshake. They are a unique individual that would find joy in celebrating a mascot’s birthday.
Most Likely to get Barricade at Music Festivals
Music festivals have always been prominent in pop culture and teen culture, with many fans competing to get the front row for general admission concerts. This superlative is for the determined fan who would do anything for a chance to see their favorite singer up close. They deserve recognition for all the planning and time that they commit to their craft.
Overall, these examples don’t even hit the tip of the iceberg of superlatives.
Use your creativity to make your high school superlatives a memorable experience.
