adv B1 Intermediate Uncommon

furthest

FUR-thihst

Furthest (adv) means to or at the greatest distance; most far. Example: “Of all the runners, she went the furthest before stopping to rest.”

adv

To or at the greatest distance; most far.

"Of all the runners, she went the furthest before stopping to rest."

"This is the furthest we have ever traveled from home."

How to use furthest

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe superlative of "far" — the greatest distance or extent.

Common mistake

"Furthest" and "farthest" are largely interchangeable; American English tends to prefer "farthest" for literal distance.

Easily confused with

farthest

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Of all the runners, she went the _____ before stopping to rest.

What does “furthest” mean?

The word “furthest” means to or at the greatest distance; most far. In plain terms, the superlative of "far" — the greatest distance or extent.

How do you pronounce “furthest”?

“Furthest” is pronounced FUR-thihst (/ˈfɜː(ɹ)ðɪst/ in IPA).

How do you use “furthest” in a sentence?

Here is “furthest” used in a sentence: “Of all the runners, she went the furthest before stopping to rest.”

What part of speech is “furthest”?

“Furthest” is an adverb.

Is “furthest” a common word?

“Furthest” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.