best
bestadjective
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A1better than all others
- She's my best friend.
- This is the best pizza I've ever had.
- What's the best way to get to the station?
bestadverb
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MOST
A2most, or more than all others
- Which song do you like best?
- He's best known for his early films.
IN THE BEST WAY
A2in a way that is better than all others
- She cooks best when she's relaxed.
bestnoun
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A2the most good person, thing or result
- She's the best in the class.
- I did my best, but I failed.
- We want the best for our children.