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Meaning of worst
The primary meaning of the word "worst" is superlative form of bad, of the lowest quality, or most unpleasant.
Etymology of worst
The word "worst" originates from Old English 'wyrst' or 'wyrsta', which is the superlative form of 'wyr(e)' or 'wier', meaning 'worse' or 'more evil'.
Historically, the term has been used to express the most negative degree of something, often implying a comparison or a judgment.
Synonyms
terrible
awful
atrocious
appalling
dreadful
horrible
ghastly
gruesome
heinous
vile
abysmal
execrable
odious
detestable
contemptible
despicable
woeful
lamentable
deplorable
regrettable
unfortunate
dismal
gloomy
dire
calamitous
catastrophic
disastrous
frightful
fearful
horrible
hideous
monstrous
unspeakable
unbearable
unendurable
insufferable
intolerable
Definitions
- Used to form the superlative of bad, e.g., 'the worst film I've seen'.
- * Of the lowest quality, or most unpleasant, e.g., 'the worst hotel I've stayed in'.
Usage Examples
- The worst part of the trip was the long, arduous journey.
- * She had the worst experience at the restaurant due to the poor service.
- * The worst thing that could happen is that we miss the deadline.