worst

¹worst

adj \ˈwərst\

Definition of WORST

superlative of bad or of ill

1

: most corrupt, bad, evil, or ill <his worst fault>

2

a : most unfavorable, difficult, unpleasant, or painful <the worst news> <your worst enemy> b : most unsuitable, faulty, unattractive, or ill-conceived <has the worst table manners> c : least skillful or efficient <the worst person for the job>

3

: most wanting in quality, value, or condition <the worst results>

— the worst way

: very much <such men … need indoctrination the worst way — J. G. Cozzens> —often used with in <wanted a new bicycle in the worst way>

Examples of WORST

1. This is the worst car I've ever bought.
2. In my opinion, it's her worst book.
3. It was the worst movie I've ever seen.
4. His worst quality is his impatience.
5. This has got to be the worst day of my life.
6. The worst part of working there is the long commute.
7. My worst fears came true.
8. He lives in the worst area of the city.
9. He is the worst singer I've ever heard.
10. They're the worst team ever.

Origin of WORST

Middle English werste, worste, from Old English wierresta, wyrsta, superl. of the root of Old English wiersa worse

First Known Use: before 12th century

Rhymes with WORST

burst, cursed, erst, first, Hearst, thirst, verst