Meaning & Definition of word "Worst"
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Worst
/wɜrst/
noun:
- 1. the worst thing or situation; the least favorable outcome.
- Example: The doctor said the worst of the illness was over.
- 2. a person or thing that is the most undesirable or unappealing.
- Example: She is considered the worst among her peers due to her poor performance.
adjective:
- 1. of the lowest quality or the most severe degree.
- Example: That was the worst movie I've ever seen.
- 2. the least favorable or least successful person or thing in a particular category.
- Example: He finished in the worst position in the race.
- 3. most unpleasant, difficult, or painful.
- Example: This was the worst day of my life.
adverb:
- 1. in the worst way; to the most severe degree.
- Example: He handled the situation worst when he shouted at everyone.
Etymology
Old English 'wiorst', superlative of 'bad'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the worst is yet to come:
a phrase indicating that the situation may get worse
the worst of times:
the most difficult or unpleasant period
make the worst of something:
to exaggerate the negative aspects of a situation
Related Words
bad:
of poor quality or low standard.
worst-case scenario:
the least favorable outcome.
malicious:
intending to do harm; harmful.
Slang Meanings of worst
Meaning: worst case
Example Sentence: If this goes wrong, it's the worst case of my life.
Meaning: it's the worst
Example Sentence: When I heard the news, I thought, 'It's the worst!'