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English Language & Usage Asked on March 17, 2021

We see comparatives being made with “more” – more strong (as well as rendered as stronger). Is that OK?
B. Can we innovate by saying, after making a serious statement, “At a seriouser level…”
C. Can we say, “After the holy month I was slimmer but none the piouser.” (As in none the wiser.) Otherwise you can never express this thought – “none the more pious”?

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Generally, it's preferable to use the comparative if there is one, and 'more' only if there isn't. There are no such words as 'seriouser' and 'piouser'.

Answered by jcvamp on March 17, 2021

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