Best — synonyms, best antonyms, definition

1. best (a)

better capital chief choice chosen crack cream elite excellent exclusive fine finest first first-rate foremost greatest head highest peerless picked • • •

2. best (Noun)

C. H. Best Charles Herbert Best choice creme de la creme elite favourite first flower pick prime prize selection topper worst

best (Noun) — The supreme effort one can make. ex. "they did their best"

best (Noun) — The person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others. ex. "he could beat the best of them"

best (Noun) — Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978).

attempt effort endeavor endeavour individual mortal person physiologist somebody someone soul try

3. best (Verb)

baffle beat bewilder deceive defeat lick mislead outdo outflank outgun outwit overcome scoop take in trick trounce trump upset worst

best (Verb) — Get the better of. ex. "the goal was to best the competition"

beat beat out crush shell trounce vanquish outmaneuver outmanoeuvre outsmart

4. best (Adjective)

dearest fullest justest most adept most beneficial most dependable most effective most estimable most expert most honest most honorable most honourable most in effect most in force most practiced most practised most proficient most proper most respectable most salutary • • • most evil worst

best (Adjective) — (superlative of 'good') having the most positive qualities. ex. "the best film of the year" ex. "the best solution" ex. "the best time for planting" ex. "wore his best suit"

best (Adjective) — (comparative and superlative of 'well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable. ex. "the White House thought it best not to respond"

best (Adjective) — Having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified. ex. "good news from the hospital" ex. "a good report card" ex. "a good knife is one good for cutting" ex. "this stump will make a good picnic table" ex. "a good check" ex. "a good joke" ex. "a good exterior paint" ex. "a good secretary" ex. "a good dress for the office" ex. "when she was good she was very very good"

best (Adjective) — Having the normally expected amount. ex. "a good mile from here" ex. "gives good measure"

best (Adjective) — Morally admirable.

best (Adjective) — Deserving of esteem and respect. ex. "ruined the family's good name"

best (Adjective) — Promoting or enhancing well-being. ex. "the experience was good for her"

best (Adjective) — Agreeable or pleasing. ex. "we all had a good time" ex. "good manners"

best (Adjective) — Of moral excellence. ex. "a genuinely good person"

best (Adjective) — Having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude. ex. "a good mechanic"

best (Adjective) — Thorough. ex. "gave the house a good cleaning" ex. "had a good workout"

best (Adjective) — With or in a close or intimate relationship. ex. "a good friend"

best (Adjective) — Financially sound. ex. "a good investment"

best (Adjective) — Most suitable or right for a particular purpose. ex. "a good time to plant tomatoes"

best (Adjective) — Resulting favourably. ex. "it's a good thing that I wasn't there" ex. "it is good that you stayed"

best (Adjective) — Exerting force or influence. ex. "a warranty good for two years"

best (Adjective) — Capable of pleasing. ex. "good looks"

best (Adjective) — Appealing to the mind. ex. "good music"

best (Adjective) — In excellent physical condition. ex. "good teeth" ex. "I still have one good leg"

best (Adjective) — Tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health. ex. "a good night's sleep"

best (Adjective) — Not forged. ex. "a good dollar bill"

best (Adjective) — Not left to spoil. ex. "the meat is still good"

best (Adjective) — Generally admired. ex. "good taste"

good goodness quality

5. best (Adverb)

best (Adverb) — In a most excellent way or manner. ex. "he played best after a couple of martinis"

best (Adverb) — In a way that would be for the best or sensible. ex. "you'd best stay at home"

best (Adverb) — From a position of superiority or authority. ex. "father knows best"