best
/bˈɛst/ · 1 syllable
Meaning
adverb
- in a most excellent way or manner
“he played best after a couple of martinis” - it would be sensible
“you'd best stay at home” - from a position of superiority or authority
“father knows best”
noun
- the supreme effort one can make
“they did their best” - the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others
“he could beat the best of them” - Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
adjective
- (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities
“the best film of the year” - (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable
“it would be better to speak to him”
verb
- get the better of
“the goal was to best the competition”
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