adjective
Better than all others or most suitable for a purpose.
This is the best option.
Common phrases & grammar
the best choice · the best way
American English
How to pronounce best
adjective · adverb · nounA1Very common word
BEHST
/bɛst̚/
One syllable.
Better than all others or most suitable for a purpose.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
adverb
In the way that gives the best result.
Which method works best?
Common phrases & grammar
work best · fit best
noun
The person or thing that is better than all others.
We always want the best.
Common phrases & grammar
the best of
noun
The greatest effort that you can make.
I did my best on the test.
Common phrases & grammar
do your best · try your best
Related words & forms
This adjective has irregular forms: good, better, best.