tops
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /tɒps/
KK: /tɑps/
adjective
Definition
Of the highest quality or rank; excellent or outstanding.
Example
The restaurant is known for its tops service and delicious food.
Conversation
I just heard that the new café in town is really tops.
Really? I've been wanting to check it out!
Yeah, I've heard their coffee is considered the best around, truly tops.
Sounds like we should go there this weekend!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
best
prime
superb
Antonyms
worst
inferior
mediocre
adverb
Definition
To the highest degree or extent; at the maximum level.
Example
She can run tops at a speed of 15 miles per hour.
Conversation
How much time do you think we have left for the movie?
I’d say we have about an hour, tops.
That should be enough to finish it, right?
Root Explanation
The word 'tops' originates from Old English 'toppa', meaning the highest part or summit. It refers to the uppermost part of something, often used to describe the peak or highest point.
Memory Tip
Think of the 'highest part' of something when you hear 'tops' — it helps you remember that 'tops' refers to the uppermost part.
Visually Confused Words
triops