uppermost
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈʌpərˌmoʊst/
KK: /ˈʌpərˌmoʊst/
adjective
Definition
Located at the highest point or position.
Example
The uppermost branch of the tree was covered in snow.
Conversation
Have you seen the view from the uppermost floor of the building?
No, I haven't! Is it really that impressive?
Absolutely! You can see the entire city from up there, it's breathtaking.
I need to check it out; I love high places!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
topmost
highest
supreme
Antonyms
lowest
bottom
inferior
adverb
Definition
In the highest position or rank; at the top.
Example
The trophy was placed uppermost on the shelf to show its importance.
Conversation
Did you see the new building downtown?
Yeah, it looks amazing! It's the uppermost one in the area.
I can't believe how tall it is compared to the others.
Root Explanation
Uppermost → It is formed from "upper" (from Old English "uper", meaning higher or above) and "-most" (meaning the most or the highest). The word "uppermost" means the highest or topmost position.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is the "highest" or "above" — that's what uppermost means.
Visually Confused Words
upmost
supermodest