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.”
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To or at the greatest distance; most far.
"The native-born and the "naturalised" locomotives have been giving way to the standardised types, of which the L.M.S.R. class "5" 4-6-0 has led the way and has penetrated the furthest."
— J. P. Wilson, Scottish Soliloquy (1958)
"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 notesIn 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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Frequently asked questions
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.
