Best

/best/
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Definition

  1. Adjective (superlative of 'good'):

    • Having the highest quality, being the most excellent, or being the most suitable among a group.
    • Of the highest standard or most desirable kind.

  2. Adverb (superlative of 'well'):

    • In the most excellent or effective manner.
    • To the greatest degree or extent.

  3. Noun:

    • That which is the most excellent or outstanding.
    • The greatest effort someone can make.
    • (Capitalized, proper noun) A surname.

  4. Verb (transitive):

    • To defeat or outdo someone; to get the better of.
Examples of Usage

  • Adjective:

    • This is the best cake I have ever tasted.
    • What is the best way to learn a new language?
    • She wore her best dress to the party.

  • Adverb:

    • He works best in a quiet environment.
    • I like this painting best.
    • You had best (= it is most advisable to) call her before you visit.

  • Noun:

    • We should always strive to do our best.
    • He is considered the best in his field.
    • Only the best is good enough for our customers.

  • Verb:

    • After a long race, she managed to best her rival by a fraction of a second.
    • The chess champion was finally bested by a young newcomer.
Advanced Usage
  • At (one's) best: Performing or appearing in the most excellent state possible.
    • The team was at its best during the final match.
  • Make the best of: To cope as well as possible with a difficult or unsatisfactory situation.
    • The weather was bad, but we made the best of our holiday.
  • For the best: Ultimately good or advantageous, even if it doesn't seem so at first.
    • Maybe losing that job was for the best; you found a better one.
  • The best part of: Nearly all of; most of.
    • We spent the best part of the day cleaning the garage.
Variants and Related Words
  • Better (adj., adv.): The comparative form of 'good' and 'well'.
  • Bestie (n., informal): A term for one's closest friend.
  • Bestow (v.): To confer or present (an honor, gift, etc.).
Synonyms
  • Adjective: Finest, greatest, top, foremost, premier, optimal, superlative.
  • Noun: Peak, pinnacle, zenith, cream of the crop.
  • Verb: Defeat, beat, overcome, outdo, surpass, triumph over.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • All the best: A common expression used to wish someone good luck or success.
    • All the best with your new job!
  • With the best of them: As well as anyone.
    • Even at his age, he can dance with the best of them.
  • The best of both worlds: A situation where one can enjoy the advantages of two different things at the same time.
    • Living in the countryside with a city job offers the best of both worlds.
  • Best in show: The award given to the top competitor in a dog show or similar exhibition.
  • To the best of my knowledge/belief: As far as I know or believe.
    • To the best of my knowledge, the meeting is still scheduled for tomorrow.
Adjective
  1. (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable
    • it would be better to speak to him
    • the White House thought it best not to respond
  2. (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities
    • the best film of the year
    • the best solution
    • the best time for planting
    • wore his best suit
Adverb
  1. from a position of superiority or authority
    • father knows best
    • I know better.
  2. it would be sensible
    • you'd best stay at home
  3. in a most excellent way or manner
    • he played best after a couple of martinis
Noun
  1. Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
  2. the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others
    • he could beat the best of them
  3. the supreme effort one can make
    • they did their best
Verb
  1. get the better of
    • the goal was to best the competition

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