Furthermost

/ˈfɜːðərmoʊst/ adjective

Definition

The furthest point or most distant; superlative form meaning at the greatest distance or most advanced degree.

Etymology

From 'further' plus the superlative suffix '-most,' which comes from Old English and originally meant 'utmost' or 'extreme.' Compare with 'foremost' and 'uppermost.'

Kelly Says

While 'furthest' and 'furthermost' mean the same thing, 'furthest' is standard modern English—'furthermost' survives mainly in literary or poetic contexts where the extra syllable sounds more dramatic.

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