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    Worst

    /wɜrst/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    the worst thing or situation; the least favorable outcome.
    The doctor said the worst of the illness was over.
    a person or thing that is the most undesirable or unappealing.
    She is considered the worst among her peers due to her poor performance.
    adjective
    of the lowest quality or the most severe degree.
    That was the worst movie I've ever seen.
    the least favorable or least successful person or thing in a particular category.
    He finished in the worst position in the race.
    most unpleasant, difficult, or painful.
    This was the worst day of my life.
    adverb
    in the worst way; to the most severe degree.
    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

    worst case
    If this goes wrong, it's the worst case of my life.
    it's the worst
    When I heard the news, I thought, 'It's the worst!'