BEST
adjective
Definitions
- 1. Having good qualities in the highest degree; most good, kind, desirable, suitable, etc.; most excellent; as, the best man; the best road; the best cloth; the best abilities. When he is best, he is a little worse than a man. Shak. Heaven's last, best gift, my ever new delight. Milton.
- 2. Most advanced; most correct or complete; as, the best scholar; the best view of a subject.
- 3. Most; largest; as, the best part of a week. Best man, the only or principal groomsman at a wedding ceremony.
Other Definitions
This word also has 3 other definitions:
BEST
(adverb)
1. In the highest degree; beyond all others. "Thou serpent! That name best befits thee." Milton. He prayeth best, who loveth best All things both grea...
BEST
(noun)
Utmost; highest endeavor or state; most nearly perfect thing, or being, or action; as, to do one's best; to the best of our ability. At best, in the u...
BEST
(verb)
To get the better of. [Colloq.]
Added: October 09, 2025
Updated: October 09, 2025