Utmost Definition & Meaning
utmost
- adjective
- of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity; "extreme cold"; "extreme caution"; "extreme pleasure"; "utmost contempt"; "to the utmost degree"; "in the uttermost distress"
- highest in extent or degree; "to the last measure of human endurance"; "whether they were accomplices in the last degree or a lesser one was...to be determined individually"
- (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"
- noun
- the greatest possible degree; "he tried his utmost"
"Utmost" in song lyrics
See how utmost is used in real songs:
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"Sendin' me signals to the utmost"
Asheru f/ Agent 006 — If I Die -
"From the bushes to the heat, we respect it with the utmost"
Big Pokey — Mind & Muscle -
"No profanit goddamnit hard like granite to the utmost"
Evidence, Mad Child, Everlast, Divine Styler — Bottle Rocket
Words that rhyme with utmost
Usage tips for "utmost"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "utmost" 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 utmost to find words that pair well.