What is the antonym of “furthermost”?
The antonym of furthermost are nearest, closest, and innermost. These antonyms describe different positions or distances from a reference point.
Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
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At the shortest distance from a reference point.
Example
The nearest gas station is just around the corner.
At the shortest distance from a reference point, often used to describe a physical location.
Example
The closest restaurant is within walking distance.
Situated at or near the center of something.
Example
The innermost layer of the earth is the core.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Nearest and closest are interchangeable and describe the shortest distance from a reference point, while furthermost describes the farthest distance.
- 2Innermost describes a position at or near the center of something, while furthermost describes a position at the farthest distance from a reference point.
Good things to know
- 1Location: Use nearest or closest to describe the shortest distance from a reference point.
- 2Position: Use innermost to describe a position at or near the center of something.
- 3Distance: Use furthermost to describe the farthest distance from a reference point.