Meaning of 'best'

adverb

it would be sensible

Example: "you'd best stay at home"

adverb

in a most excellent way or manner

Example: "The band played best after a couple of martinis."

adverb

from a position of superiority or authority

Example: "father knows best"

Synonyms: better

adjective

(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities

Example: "the best film of the year"

noun

the supreme effort one can make

Example: "they did their best"

noun

the person who is most outstanding or excellent

Synonyms: topper

verb

to get the better of

Example: "The goal was to best the competition."

Synonyms: trump scoop outdo outflank

adjective

(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable

Synonyms: better