most

¹most

adj \ˈmōst\

Definition of MOST

1

: greatest in quantity, extent, or degree <the most ability>

2

: the majority of <most people>

Examples of MOST

1. Choosing a color took the most time.
2. That family owned the most land.
3. Unfortunately the negative aspects of our schools get the most attention.

Origin of MOST

Middle English, from Old English mǣst; akin to Old High German meist most, Old English māra more — more at more

First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to MOST

Synonyms: consummate, last, max, maximum, ultimate, nth, outside, paramount, supreme, top, utmost, uttermost

Antonyms: least, minimal, minimum, slightest

Related Words: unequaled (or unequalled), unmatched, unparalleled, unrivaled (or unrivalled), unsurpassed; biggest, hugest, largest; topmost, upmost, uppermost

Near Antonyms: littlest, minutest, smallest, tiniest; lowest; fewest

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Rhymes with MOST

boast, coast, ghost, host, oast, post, roast, toast