Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: utmost
IPA transcription: ['ʌtm,oʊst]
adverb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: extreme, utmost(a), uttermost(a)
    Meaning: of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity; "extreme cold"; "extreme caution"; "extreme pleasure"; "utmost contempt"; "to the utmost degree"; "in the uttermost distress"
  • Synonyms: last, utmost
    Meaning: highest in extent or degree; "to the last measure of human endurance"; "whether they were accomplices in the last degree or a lesser one was...to be determined individually"
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: utmost, uttermost, maximum, level_best
    Meaning: the greatest possible degree; "he tried his utmost"
Usage examples
  • With the utmost calm he enquired:
  • "Oh, I will use the utmost diligence.
  • Molly consented with the utmost enthusiasm.
  • Yes, he said, he will be in the utmost fear.
  • He foresaw that walk with the utmost clearness.
  • Cook slowly and let every grain swell to its utmost.
  • In the hut all is marching towards the utmost comfort.
  • But this interview was still of the utmost gravity for her.
  • He learned every thing to which he applied himself with the utmost ease.
  • But her appearance threw the ducks into the utmost degree of consternation.