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BEST

(adj., noun, adverb, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Best.

How to pronounce best:

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Best - as an adjective

(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities

Example: "The best film of the year"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
worst8

Best - as a noun

The supreme effort one can make

Example: "They did their best"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
worst8

Canadian physiologist (born in the united states) who assisted f. g. banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
c. h. bestcharles herbert best

The person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others

Example: "He could beat the best of them"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
topper10

Best - as an adverb

In a most excellent way or manner

Example: "He played best after a couple of martinis"

It would be sensible

Example: "You'd best stay at home"

From a position of superiority or authority

Example: "Father knows best"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
better8

Best - as an adjective satellite

(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable

Example: "It would be better to speak to him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
better8

Best - as a verb

Get the better of

Example: "The goal was to best the competition"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outdo6outflank15scoop9trump9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beat6beat outcrush10shell8trounce9vanquish23
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"That was the best meal I've ever had."
"She is the best student in her class."
"This is the best movie I've seen all year."
"He won the award for best actor."
"My mom makes the best cookies."
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Word Game Points

Is BEST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, best is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BEST has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is BEST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, best is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BEST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is BEST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, best is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BEST has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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