Uppermost

/ˈʌpəmˌə‍ʊst/

/ˈəpɝˌmoʊst/

Definition & Meaning of "uppermost"

uppermost

ADJECTIVE

situated at the highest level or closest to the top compared to other elements around

top

over

Example

The uppermost floor of the skyscraper offered panoramic views of the city skyline.

Birds nested in the uppermost branches of the tree, safe from ground predators.

holding the greatest importance or priority in a particular context

central

chief

first

foremost

leading

Example

His family's safety was uppermost in his mind as the storm approached.

Securing funding was uppermost on the committee's agenda.

uppermost

ADVERB

to the greatest extent or degree, or in the highest position or place

Example

She placed her concerns uppermost in her mind as she prepared for the exam.

The safety of the passengers was uppermost considered by the captain as he navigated through the storm.

in or into the most prominent position, as in the mind

word family

upper

most

uppermost

Adjective

Nearby Words

upper secondary education

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