Meaning & Definition of word "Worst"

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!'