last word

noun

1

: the final remark in a verbal exchange

2

a

: the power of final decision

b

: a definitive statement or treatment

this study will surely be the last word on the subject for many years

3

: the most advanced, up-to-date, or fashionable exemplar of its kind

the last word in sports cars

Synonyms

• latest
• trend
• craze
• rage
• vogue
• enthusiasm
• style

Examples of last word in a Sentence

a swimsuit that is the last word in sportswear this season

Recent Examples on the Web

When the doctor threatens to do the same with Krista, John accuses him of only targeting Black people, which forces the doctor to try to defend himself, enough of a distraction for John to accidentally kill the guy — whose last words are that his best friends are Black. —Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 31 July 2025

While Garland’s last words are unknown, Deans gave some insight into how the performer spent her final hours. —Nicole Briese, People.com, 22 June 2025

That parameter excluded Bell, whose last words on Earth expressed gratitude to the state. —Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2025

Fawcett's last words were a tribute to her son Redmond. —Alyssa Davis, People.com, 25 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1509, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for last word

• absurd
• averred
• bluebird
• byword
• catbird
• catchword
• concurred
• conferred
• cowbird
• cowherd
• crossword
• deferred

Kids Definition

last word

noun

1

: the final remark in a discussion

2

: the power of final decision

3

: the most modern or fashionable one of its kind

the last word in sportswear