most

/mˈə‍ʊst/

/ˈmoʊs/, /ˈmoʊst/

most

used for forming the superlative of several adverbs and adjectives

antonyms : least

very

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

synonyms : about

most

indicating the highest degree or quantity of something in a group or category

antonyms : least(a)

most

having the greatest amount, quantity, or degree

antonyms : fewest(a)

used to refer to at least more than half the number or amount of something or someone

Examples

1. Most families have one or two skeletons in the closet.

2. Men still hold most positions of power in this country.

3. Most characters in his movies are somewhat larger than life.

4. The third day of our trip was the most fun.