utmost

[ˈʌtməʊst]

utmost Definition

• 1. of the greatest or highest degree, amount, or intensity; most extreme
• 2. most extreme or important; greatest; farthest

Using utmost: Examples

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

• Example

  She did her utmost to help him.

• Example

  I have the utmost respect for him.

• Example

  The company is taking the utmost care in handling the sensitive information.

utmost Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for utmost

• greatest
• maximum
• highest
• topmost
• ultimate

Antonyms for utmost

• least
• minimum
• smallest
• lowest

Phrases with utmost

• at the utmost

  at the most; to the greatest extent possible

  Example

  We can only accommodate 50 people at the utmost.

• do one's utmost

  to make the greatest effort possible

  Example

  He did his utmost to finish the project on time.

• utmost importance

  the highest level of importance

  Example

  The safety of the passengers is of the utmost importance.

Origins of utmost

from Old English 'ūtemest', meaning 'outermost'

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Summary: utmost in Brief

The term 'utmost' [ˈʌtməʊst] refers to the highest degree, amount, or intensity, often used to describe the most extreme or important situations. It is commonly used in phrases such as 'do one's utmost' and 'utmost importance,' indicating the greatest effort or highest level of importance. Synonyms include 'greatest,' 'maximum,' and 'highest.'