best
1. best \'best\ aj [bme, fr. OE betst; akin to OE bo-t remedy] superlative of GOOD 1: excelling all others 2: most productive of good or of advantage, utility, or satisfaction 3: LARGEST, MOST 2. best av superlative of WELL 1: in the best way 2: MOST 3. best n 1: the best state or part 2: one that is best {the ~ falls short} 3: one's maximum effort {do your ~} 4: best clothes 4. best vt : to get the better of : OUTDO