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utmost

/ˈʌtmoʊst/
ut · most ˈʌt · moʊst
English Definition
adj./n. greatest, most extreme
中文释义
最大的,极度的
Significado en Español
máximo, extremo
한국어 뜻
최대의, 극도의
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tối đa, cực độ
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Example Sentence

Your safety is of utmost importance.

你的安全最重要。

Synonyms
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ut(utmost, or extreme)+most(form).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the synonym for the word “utmost” in the following sentence: She showed the utmost care when handling the fragile glassware.

  1. A least
  2. B minimum
  3. C greatest
  4. D normal
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C — greatest. “utmost” means adj./n. greatest, most extreme

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The delicate surgery required the ______ care, patience, and skill.

  1. A least
  2. B minimal
  3. C utmost
  4. D slight
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C — utmost. “utmost” means adj./n. greatest, most extreme

Common questions about “utmost”

What does “utmost” mean?

utmost — adj./n. greatest, most extreme. In Chinese: 最大的,极度的.

How do you pronounce “utmost”?

utmost is pronounced /ˈʌtmoʊst/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ut · most.

How do you use “utmost” in a sentence?

Your safety is of utmost importance. (你的安全最重要。)

What are synonyms for “utmost”?

greatest, maximum — all close in meaning to utmost (adj./n. greatest, most extreme).

Is “utmost” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. utmost appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “utmost”?

ut(utmost, or extreme)+most(form).

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