Synonyms of outermostnext
: farthest out

Examples of outermost in a Sentence

The arrow hit the outermost ring on the target. the outermost planet in our solar system
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That light is the corona, the sun’s hot outermost atmosphere. Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 13 Aug. 2026 Those in the eclipse's path were treated to an incredible display as the moon completely blotted out the sun and revealed its outermost layer, which for a few minutes appeared as a striking glowing ring. Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 Despite advances in science, the corona, or outermost part of the sun’s atmosphere, remains mysterious. Matthew Cappucci, Washington Post, 9 Aug. 2026 Start with the outermost layer and work your way towards the center of the flower. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outermost

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of outermost was in the 14th century

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“Outermost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outermost. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

Kids Definition

outermost

adjective
: farthest out

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