Definitions
- Describing the highest degree or maximum limit of something. - Referring to the furthest point or end of something. - Talking about the most extreme or intense level of something.
- Describing the furthest point or limit of something. - Referring to the most intense or severe level of something. - Talking about a situation or action that is beyond what is usual or expected.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the highest or furthest point of something.
- 2Both words can describe the most intense or severe level of something.
- 3Both words can be used to emphasize the extreme nature of a situation or action.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Uttermost is less commonly used than extreme in everyday language.
- 2Connotation: Uttermost has a more formal and archaic connotation, while extreme is more commonly used in modern language.
- 3Degree: Uttermost emphasizes the highest or maximum limit of something, while extreme can also refer to a lower level of intensity or severity.
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Remember this!
Uttermost and extreme are synonyms that both refer to the highest or furthest point of something, or the most intense or severe level of something. However, uttermost is less commonly used and has a more formal and archaic connotation, while extreme is more versatile and can be used in various forms and contexts.
