worst

[wərst]

worst Definition

of the poorest quality or the lowest standard; least good or desirable.

Using worst: Examples

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

• Example

  This is the worst movie I've ever seen.

• Example

  The worst part of the trip was the long wait at the airport.

• Example

  That was the worst meal I've ever had.

• Example

  This is the worst day of my life.

worst Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for worst

• poorest
• weakest
• inferior
• least favorable
• most unfavorable

Antonyms for worst

• best
• finest
• greatest
• top
• superior

Phrases with worst

• at its worst

  in the most severe, unpleasant, or problematic state or condition

  Example

  The weather was at its worst during the hurricane.

• the worst-case scenario

  the most serious or unpleasant thing that could happen in a given situation

  Example

  We need to prepare for the worst-case scenario in case of a natural disaster.

• bring out the worst in someone

  to cause someone to behave in their most negative or unpleasant way

  Example

  The stress of the job brought out the worst in him.

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Summary: worst in Brief

The term 'worst' [wərst] refers to something of the poorest quality or the lowest standard, often used to describe things that are least good or desirable. It can be applied to various contexts, such as movies, meals, days, and trips, as in 'This is the worst movie I've ever seen.' 'Worst' also appears in phrases like 'at its worst,' 'the worst-case scenario,' and 'bring out the worst in someone.'