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Meaning of the word worst in English

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worst

US /wɝːst/
UK /wɜːst/
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Adjective

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

Example:
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This is the worst movie I've ever seen.
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His performance was the worst of the night.
Antonym:
best finest greatest superb excellent

Adverb

most badly or severely.

Example:
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He was injured the worst in the accident.
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Of all the candidates, she performed the worst.
Antonym:
best most finest greatest superbly

Noun

the worst part or aspect of something.

Example:
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At worst, we'll have to start over.
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He always expects the worst.
Antonym:
best optimum finest greatest
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