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worst
01
to the greatest degree in terms of damage, difficulty, or seriousness
Examples
The coastal villages were worst hit by the hurricane.
Among the team, she was worst affected by the layoffs.
02
least successfully, well, or attractively
Examples
Of all the contestants, he performed worst in the final round.
She sings well, but dances worst among the group.
worst
01
most morally wrong, harmful, or wicked
Examples
Dishonesty was always his worst trait.
That was the worst lie you could've told her.
02
most troubling, distressing, or harsh
Examples
That was the worst day of my life.
The hurricane brought the worst weather we'd seen in years.
2.1
most poorly chosen, rude, or unattractive
Examples
He has the worst table manners I've ever witnessed.
That may be the worst outfit I've seen all year.
2.2
least capable or effective
Examples
Out of all the applicants, he was the worst choice.
She 's the worst driver I've ever ridden with.
03
poorest in value, condition, or outcome
Examples
Those were the worst exam scores in the class.
It was the worst batch of cookies we'd ever baked.
Worst
01
the most inferior person or thing in quality, performance, or impact
Examples
Of all the singers, she was clearly the worst.
I always prepare for the worst, even if I hope for the best.
02
the least good or most unpleasant state of someone or something
Examples
She supported him even when he was at his worst.
This traffic is Los Angeles at its worst.
2.1
the greatest harm, cruelty, or evil a person or force can inflict
Examples
The invaders came through the village and did their worst.
Even at his worst, he never betrayed a friend.
