most

/mɒst/

Definitions

1. adjective

used to indicate that something is greater in amount, degree, or extent than something else

“She is most likely to win the award.”

2. noun

the greatest part or amount of something

“Most of the city was destroyed in the hurricane.”

3. adverb

very or extremely

“He is most enthusiastic about his new job.”

4. preposition

used to indicate that something is greater in amount, degree, or extent than something else

“The most beautiful place I’ve ever seen is by the ocean.”

Synonyms

  • biggest
  • greatest
  • largest

Antonyms

  • least
  • smallest