Farthest: meaning, definitions and examples

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farthest

 

[ ˈfɑːrθɪst ]

Adjective / Adverb
Context #1 | Adjective

distance measurement

Farthest refers to the greatest distance away from a particular point or reference. It is often used in comparative contexts to denote the maximum extent of physical separation or emotional distance.

Synonyms

farthest away, most distant, remotest

Examples of usage

  • He ran the farthest in the marathon.
  • This is the farthest I've ever traveled.
  • She lives the farthest from the school among her friends.
Context #2 | Adverb

degree of distance

Farthest can also be used as an adverb, meaning to the greatest distance. It is commonly employed to describe actions that extend to the utmost point in terms of distance.

Synonyms

at the greatest distance, farthest away, most far

Examples of usage

  • They have traveled the farthest this year.
  • He tossed the ball the farthest.
  • We walked the farthest from the starting point.

Translations

Translations of the word "farthest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais distante

🇮🇳 सबसे दूर

🇩🇪 am weitesten

🇮🇩 paling jauh

🇺🇦 найдальший

🇵🇱 najdalszy

🇯🇵 最も遠い

🇫🇷 le plus éloigné

🇪🇸 el más lejano

🇹🇷 en uzak

🇰🇷 가장 먼

🇸🇦 الأبعد

🇨🇿 nejvzdálenější

🇸🇰 najvzdialenejší

🇨🇳 最远的

🇸🇮 najdaljši

🇮🇸 fremsta

🇰🇿 ең алыс

🇬🇪 ყველაზე შორს

🇦🇿 ən uzaq

🇲🇽 el más lejano

Etymology

The word 'farthest' comes from the Old English word 'fyrðe', which is a superlative form of 'feor', meaning 'far'. It is linked to similar words in other Germanic languages, tracing back to Proto-Germanic roots. Over time, 'farthest' became the preferred superlative form in English to denote the greatest distance. Historically, its usage can be seen in literature as early as the 14th century, and it has remained a common term in both spoken and written English. The word has evolved through various phonetic changes, reflecting shifts in the English language over centuries, while maintaining its core meaning related to distance.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,073, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.