Top synonyms for “best”: better, c. h. best, charles herbert best, outdo, outflank, scoop, topper, trump, and 20 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)the supreme effort one can make“they did their best”
- (noun)the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others“he could beat the best of them”
- (noun)Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
- (verb)get the better of“the goal was to best the competition”
- (adjective)(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities“the best film of the year”
- (adverb)it would be sensible“you'd best stay at home”
- (adverb)in a most excellent way or manner“he played best after a couple of martinis”
- (adverb)from a position of superiority or authority“father knows best”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "best"?
Common synonyms for "best" include better, c. h. best, charles herbert best, outdo, outflank, scoop. Our thesaurus lists 28 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "best"?
Antonyms for "best" include worst, worst. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "best" mean?
the supreme effort one can make Example: "they did their best"
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