BEST
Scrabble letter values: B3E1S1T1 = 6
Definition
- verb get the better of. — synonyms: outdo, outflank, trump, scoop
- adverb in a most excellent way or manner.
- adverb it would be sensible.
- adverb from a position of superiority or authority. — synonyms: better
- adjective (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities.
- adjective (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable. — synonyms: better(p), best(p)
- noun the supreme effort one can make.
- noun the person who is most outstanding or excellent. — synonyms: topper
- noun Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978). — synonyms: C._H._Best, Charles_Herbert_Best
Examples
- “the goal was to best the competition”
- “he played best after a couple of martinis”
- “you'd best stay at home”