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best

The word “best” has 1 syllable: best

It's pronounced as /bɛst/

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In the thesaurus, “best” has 250 synonyms and 48 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for best along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for best

Antonyms for best

Meanings of best

  • noun
    1. The supreme effort one can make, or has made.
    2. One's best behavior.
    3. The person (or persons; or thing or things) that is (are) most excellent.
  • verb
    1. To surpass in skill or achievement.
    2. To beat in a contest.
  • adjective
    1. Most; largest.
    2. Most superior; most favorable.
  • adverb
    1. (manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.
    2. (manner) Completely, fully.
    3. (degree) To a significant degree.
    4. (degree) Very (as a general-purpose intensifier).
    5. In a desirable manner; so as one could wish; satisfactorily; favourably; advantageously.

Example Sentences

  • She always gives her best effort in every competition.
  • This is the best movie I have watched this year.
  • He chose the best route to avoid traffic.
  • We want the best outcome for everyone involved.
  • Her homemade cookies taste best when they are warm.

On this page you'll find 298 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to best, such as: 10, A-1, A-list, Hall of Fame, KO, Sunday, Sunday best.

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