utmost
noun/ˈʌtməʊst/
/ˈʌtməʊst/
[singular]- the greatest amount possible
- Our resources are strained to the utmost.
- He did his utmost (= tried as hard as possible) to persuade me not to go.
Extra Examples- He did his utmost to ensure his children's happiness.
- She performed to the utmost of her abilities.
- The delays tried our patience to the utmost.
- The situation calls for the utmost in tact.
Word OriginOld English ūt(e)mest ‘outermost’ (see out, -most).Want to learn more?
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