Basic Details
Word: Best
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Of the highest quality; most excellent.
Synonyms: Finest, greatest, supreme
Antonyms: Worst, least
Idioms and Phrases
- At one's best: To perform or behave in the most excellent way. Example: "She was at her best during the final exam and got the highest mark."
- The best of both worlds: A situation where one can enjoy the advantages of two different things. Example: "With a job at home, he gets the best of both worlds: working while spending time with his family."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She is the best player on the team and always scores the most points.
Example 2: This is the best ice cream I have ever tasted; it's so creamy and delicious!
Example 3: Learning a new language can be challenging, but it is the best way to connect with different cultures.
Fun Fact
The word "best" comes from the Old English word "betst," which is a superlative form of "good." It has been used for many centuries to describe things that are superior or of high quality.
Famous Quote
"Do your best, and be a little better than you are." - Gordon B. Hinckley
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "best" mean?
a) Of the lowest quality
b) Of the highest quality
c) Average
d) Uncertain
Answer: b) Of the highest quality
2. Which of these is a synonym of "best"?
a) Poor
b) Least
c) Finest
d) Average
Answer: c) Finest
3. Which is an antonym of "best"?
a) Excellent
b) Supreme
c) Worst
d) Great
Answer: c) Worst
4. Which sentence uses "best" correctly?
a) She is the best singer in our school.
b) They are best friends and speak always.
c) The best car drives very fast.
d) He ran best in his shoes.
Answer: a) She is the best singer in our school.
5. Which idiom means enjoying advantages from two sources?
a) At one's best
b) The best of both worlds
c) The best is yet to come
d) Save the best for last
Answer: b) The best of both worlds
