What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
southernmost
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The southernmost point of the United States is in Key West, Florida. [southernmost: adjective]
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The southernmost states in the US are known for their warm weather. [southernmost: adjective]
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The southernmost tip of South America is in Tierra del Fuego. [southernmost: adjective]
southmost
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The southmost point of the country is in Texas. [southmost: adjective]
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The southmost city in the world is Ushuaia, Argentina. [southmost: adjective]
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The southmost region of Africa is the Cape of Good Hope. [southmost: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Southernmost is more common than southmost in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between southernmost and southmost?
Southernmost is more formal than southmost.
