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Definition best in British English

best adverb

adverb
/best/
1

in the way that is most satisfactory, suitable, pleasant, effective, successful etc

Example

You need to find out which program works best on your computer.

Example

He is the kind of musician who always performs best in front of a live audience.

Example

The play can be best described as 'a serious comedy'.

Example

I'll try to deal with all these problems as best I can.

Example

Which colour do you think suits me best?

Synonyms and related words
best ideal first class
2

used for saying that someone or something is liked or known more than any other

Example

What kind of music do you like best?

Example

The Mona Lisa is probably the world's best-known painting.

Example

one of Gershwin's best loved melodies

Synonyms and related words
dear desirable precious
2.1

used for saying that someone or something is famous, especially in one particular way or for one particular reason

Example

James Dean is best remembered for his star performance in Rebel without a Cause.

Example

The Bordeaux region is best known for its fine wines.

Example

Conan Doyle is probably best known as the creator of Sherlock Holmes.

Synonyms and related words
famous well-known celebrated
Definition best in British English

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