Farthermost: meaning, definitions and examples
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farthermost
[ ˈfär-thər-ˌmōst ]
distance, extent
Farthermost refers to the greatest distance or the furthest extent from a particular point. It indicates something that is the most remote or far away in a spatial context. Often used in geographical or exploratory contexts, the term emphasizes how distant something is compared to other objects or locations. This superlative form sets something apart as the extreme or outer limit.
Synonyms
farthest, most distant, outermost
Examples of usage
- The farthermost point of the island is often visited by tourists.
- He traveled to the farthermost reaches of the Arctic.
- The astronomers studied the farthermost galaxies visible through their telescope.
Translations
Translations of the word "farthermost" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais distante
🇮🇳 सबसे दूर
🇩🇪 am weitesten entfernt
🇮🇩 terjauh
🇺🇦 найдальший
🇵🇱 najdalszy
🇯🇵 最も遠い
🇫🇷 le plus éloigné
🇪🇸 el más lejano
🇹🇷 en uzak
🇰🇷 가장 먼
🇸🇦 الأكثر بُعدًا
🇨🇿 nejvzdálenější
🇸🇰 najvzdialenejší
🇨🇳 最远的
🇸🇮 najbolj oddaljen
🇮🇸 fjarðasta
🇰🇿 ең алыс
🇬🇪 მშვენიერი
🇦🇿 ən uzaq
🇲🇽 el más lejano
Etymology
The word 'farthermost' is a combination of 'farther,' which derives from the Old English word 'fyrthra,' meaning 'more far or further,' and the superlative suffix '-most,' which comes from Old English 'mōst,' meaning 'most.' The use of 'farther' as a comparative form of 'far' extends back to the Germanic roots of the English language. This word has been in use since the 15th century to express the idea of the extreme limits of distance. Over time, 'farthermost' evolved to emphasize those extreme distances further than 'farther' or 'farthest,' making it a more emphatic choice in specific contexts. The layering of these origins illustrates how the English language draws from its historic roots to create nuanced terms that convey precise meanings.