English dictionary
most
/m/oU/st/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number
ExamplesWho has the most apples?
Most people like eggs.
Most fishes have fins.
Antonyms fewestSource: WordNet 3.0
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the superlative of `much' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning the greatest in amount or extent or degree
ExamplesMade the most money he could.
What attracts the most attention?
Made the most of a bad deal.
Antonyms leastSource: WordNet 3.0
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Consisting of the greatest number or quantity; greater in number or quantity than all the rest; nearly all.
Source: webster1913
adverb
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used to form the superlative
ExamplesThe king cobra is the most dangerous snake.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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very
ExamplesA most welcome relief.
Synonyms muchSource: WordNet 3.0
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(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
ExamplesThe baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded.
We're almost finished.
Most everyone agrees.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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In the greatest or highest degree.
Source: webster1913