Furthest

/ˈfɜrðɪst/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

The superlative form of 'far'; meaning the greatest distance from a point of reference.

She lived in the furthest house from the school.

Referring to the most advanced point or extent in time or degree.

This is the furthest research we have conducted on the topic.

adverb

To the greatest distance; to the most distant location.

He threw the ball as furthest as he could.

To the greatest degree or extent.

We need to explore this issue furthest to find a solution.

Old English 'fyrðra', the comparative of 'further'.

take it further

To explore a situation or idea in more depth.

further than that

To an even greater extent or degree.

the furthest thing from

Something that is quite the opposite or unrelated.

further

To a greater extent or degree.

farthest

Indicates the greatest distance.

Playing the field.

He's been dating around, furthest from settling down.

Going all out.

They went furthest in the competition.