hindmost

adjective

ˈhīn(d)-ˌmōst How to pronounce hindmost (audio)
Definition of hindmostnext
1
as in back
being at or in the part of something opposite the front part the dance teacher had to keep reminding us to kick our hindmost foot when we reversed direction

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2
as in last
following all others of the same kind in order or time the hindmost wagon in the caravan had the roughest ride because of the deep ruts and dust created by the others

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Recent Examples of hindmost These are people who are not at all shy about wielding their wealth to get their way, devil take the hindmost. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hindmost
  1. back
  2. last
  3. rear
  4. final
  5. latest
  6. latter
  7. closing
Adjective
  • High defensive line When playing a back four, Coventry always defend in a 4-4-2.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • While that vehicle did move out of the way, it was still hit on the back driver's side.
    — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of back
Adjective
  • The Starship Entertainment girl group, who debuted in February of 2025, were one of the main acts to perform on the 88rising stage at the festival last weekend, produced by 88rising and Goldenvoice.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Gas, diesel & jet fuel spike Fuel prices are sharply higher than this point last summer, though still not as high as many feared when the Iran war started.
    — Matt Egan, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of last
Adjective
  • Its aggressive design includes a unique quad exhaust and full-width rear light bar.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • According to reports, the single-motor, rear-wheel-drive N8 is offered with either 429 hp (320 kW) or 497 hp (370 kW).
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of rear
Adjective
  • Plea negotiations are ongoing between Mangione’s attorneys and federal prosecutors, but sources familiar with the discussions have cautioned that talks remain fluid, and nothing is final until it’s announced in court.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Manchester United held a narrow 3-2 lead from the first leg of this European Cup quarter-final.
    — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of final
Adjective
  • The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023
  • The American Western drama is the latest of Taylor Sheridan's ever-growing Yellowstone franchise surrounding the legacy of the Dutton family from west of the Mississippi.
    — Sabrina Park, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Feb. 2023
Definition of latest
Adjective
  • But publishing houses are loath to entirely bar authors from using AI, because there are other ways it can usefully be deployed, such as to check grammar and conduct research—although there are risks in handing that latter job to a chatbot.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 17 Aug. 2026
  • However, that latter plan would mean a need for more parking, which could potentially impact the site under consideration.
    — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of latter
Adjective
  • Banijay Group received €801M from the deal, including a payment of €625M from RedBird IMI and a €176M pre-closing dividend.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 July 2026
  • During the post-closing ceremony panel, the jury president showed a sense of humor when discussing the challenges of serving as the leading member of the voting committee for a prestigious film festival, like being away from the phones all morning.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 23 May 2026
Definition of closing

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“Hindmost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hindmost. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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