Best Definition & Meaning
best
- adverb
- in a most excellent way or manner; "he played best after a couple of martinis"
- it would be sensible; "you'd best stay at home"
- from a position of superiority or authority; "father knows best"; "I know better."
- adjective
- (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities; "the best film of the year"; "the best solution"; "the best time for planting"; "wore his best suit"
- (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable; "it would be better to speak to him"; "the White House thought it best not to respond"
- noun
- the supreme effort one can make; "they did their best"
- the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others; "he could beat the best of them"
- Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
- verb
- get the better of; "the goal was to best the competition"
"Best" in song lyrics
See how best is used in real songs:
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"East or West, I can flow with the best"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo — Trouble to MC's -
"But if you make it through, you're truly the best"
2 Live Crew — Revelation -
"Motivation of your body is what we do best"
2 Live Crew — Feel Alright Y'all
Words that rhyme with best
Usage tips for "best"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "best" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for best to find words that pair well.