best

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Pronunciation
/ˈbɛst/
/ˈbɛst/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

The supreme effort one can make, or has made.

Example Sentences
  • I did my best.
2 Definition

One's best behavior.

Example Sentences
  • I was somewhat distant lately, and my lady promised me head every Tuesday of the week when I'm nice to her, so I better be on my best.
3 Definition

The person (or persons; or thing or things) that is (are) most excellent.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To surpass in skill or achievement.

2 Definition

To beat in a contest

Adjective
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Most; largest.

Example Sentences
  • Unpacking took the best part of a week.
2 Definition

Most superior; most favorable.

Example Sentences
  • In my opinion, mushrooms are the best pizza toppings.
3 Definition

(of people)

4 Definition

(of capabilities)

5 Definition

(properties and qualities)

6 Definition

(when with and) Very, extremely. See good and.

Example Sentences
  • The soup is good and hot.
7 Definition

Holy (especially when capitalized) .

Example Sentences
  • Good Friday
8 Definition

(of quantities)

Adverb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

(manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.

Example Sentences
  • He does his job well.
2 Definition

(manner) Completely, fully.

Example Sentences
  • We’re well beat now.
3 Definition

(degree) To a significant degree.

Example Sentences
  • That author is well known.
4 Definition

(degree) Very (as a general-purpose intensifier).

5 Definition

In a desirable manner; so as one could wish; satisfactorily; favourably; advantageously.