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BESTED

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There are 9 meanings of the word Bested.

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Def 1 UK

Bested - as an adjective

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

Example: "The best film of the year"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
worst8

Bested - 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

Bested - 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

Bested - 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

Bested - 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

"He bested his opponent in the final round of the boxing match."
"Despite his efforts, she bested him in the game of chess."
"The experienced hiker bested the challenging trail."
"The underdog team bested their fierce rivals in a surprising victory."
"She bested her own record in the high jump."
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Word Game Points

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

BESTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is BESTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bested is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BESTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is BESTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bested is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BESTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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