Furthest Definition & Meaning
furthest
- adverb
- to the greatest degree or extent or most advanced stage (`furthest' is used more often than `farthest' in this abstract sense); "went the furthest of all the children in her education"; "furthest removed from reality"; "she goes farthest in helping us"
- to the greatest distance in space or time (`farthest' is used more often than `furthest' in this physical sense); "see who could jump the farthest"; "chose the farthest seat from the door"; "he swam the furthest"
- adjective
- (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order; "had traveled to the farthest frontier"; "don't go beyond the farthermost (or furthermost) tree"; "explored the furthest reaches of space"; "the utmost tip of the peninsula"
"Furthest" in song lyrics
See how furthest is used in real songs:
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"The closest persons now the furthest"
LMNO — Lift Up -
"Waitin to blast, no arm with a contest who can throw the furthest"
The Streets — Geezers Need Excitement -
"Sunlight in the afternoon, his shadow travels furthest"
Saul Williams — NiggyTardust
Words that rhyme with furthest
Usage tips for "furthest"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "furthest" 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 furthest to find words that pair well.