outmost

[out-mohst]

outmost Definition

  • 1farthest from the center or the inside
  • 2utmost

Using outmost: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "outmost" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The outmost layer of the Earth is the crust.

  • Example

    She reached the outmost limits of her patience.

  • Example

    The outmost branches of the tree were difficult to reach.

outmost Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with outmost

  • at the farthest point

    Example

    The boat was anchored at the outmost edge of the bay.

  • outmost islands

    the islands that are farthest from the mainland

    Example

    The outmost islands are often the most difficult to reach.

  • outmost regions

    the regions that are farthest from the center of a country or organization

    Example

    The government is investing in infrastructure development in the outmost regions.

Origins of outmost

from Old English 'ūtmest', meaning 'outermost'

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Summary: outmost in Brief

'Outmost' [out-mohst] means farthest from the center or the inside, and is often used to describe physical distance or limits. It can be synonymous with 'outermost,' 'farthest,' 'extreme,' 'ultimate,' and 'utmost.' Examples include 'The outmost layer of the Earth is the crust,' and 'She reached the outmost limits of her patience.'