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adjective

ˈət-ˌmōst How to pronounce utmost (audio)
Definition of utmostnext
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as in farthest
most distant from a center supreme power that extended to the utmost points of the empire

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2
as in maximum
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity she is a successful leader who deserves the utmost respect

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as in greatest
of the highest degree an intelligence operation that must be conducted with the utmost secrecy

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utmost

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noun

as in most

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Recent Examples of utmost
Adjective
For children who have survived one of the most brutal wars imaginable, choosing an appropriate film is of the utmost importance. — Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026 The safety of those who work and live in prison is of utmost importance. — Scott Peyton, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026
Noun
Restaurants and bars in the area have done their utmost to make their patios, rooftops, and outdoor seating areas fun and comfortable, even during triple-digit heat. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026 Trump will do his utmost to remind them of their painful and powerless present. — Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for utmost
Recent Examples of Synonyms for utmost
  1. farthest
  2. maximum
  3. ultimate
  4. most
  5. best
  6. max
Adjective
  • That's close to the farthest point in its orbit, which is 252,088 miles away, according to NASA.
    — Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2023
  • At its farthest, the capsule was more than 268,000 miles from Earth.
    — Marcia Dunn, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2022
Definition of farthest
Adjective
  • Just cut your perennials back late in spring to 6 to 8 inches above the ground for maximum benefit for insects.
    — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The marinade combines tamarind purée, fish sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin, with extra glaze brushed on for maximum flavor and char.
    — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of maximum
Noun
  • Inbox zero and a quarterly metric are goals in service of goals, the ultimate of which is productivity itself, which often simply ends up boosting someone else’s productivity.
    — Stacy Keltner, The Conversation, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Hong, a 37-year-old state legislator and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, was projected to win in polls, but Crowley ultimate beat his younger, more progressive colleague.
    — Emily R. Condon, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of ultimate
Adjective
  • Republicans, however, could take advantage of Newsom’s action and cast him as a soft-on-crime liberal who is out of touch with most Americans, which risks turning away moderate voters.
    — Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Honestly, our temps don’t change all that much in comparison with most other places in the world.
    — Corky Carroll, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of most
Noun
  • Nichols won Best Director at the 1968 Oscars for his work, and the film is consistently named on the list of bests on the American Film Institute’s various lists.
    — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Lamb had 189 yards receiving on career bests of 21 targets and 17 catches.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of best
Noun
  • Certified by Alaska Green Adventure for its sustainability efforts, the luxury resort has operated on the island since 2013 and hosts a max of 24 guests.
    — Kate Nelson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Dolly was known for her blinged-to-the-max style, but her knee-length wedding dress is surprisingly simple.
    — Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 26 Oct. 2026
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“Utmost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utmost. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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