Topmost

Pronunciation: /tɑpmoʊst/

Definitions of topmost

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, such as 'topmost' which means highest in position or rank

Example Sentences

A1 The topmost shelf is too high for me to reach.

A2 She placed the topmost card on the deck.

B1 The topmost priority is to ensure the safety of all passengers.

B2 The topmost floor of the building offers a stunning view of the city.

C1 The topmost executives in the company make all the major decisions.

C2 The topmost level of the organization is responsible for setting company-wide strategies.

Examples of topmost in a Sentence

formal The topmost priority for the company is to increase revenue.

informal Make sure you put the topmost items on the shelf first.

slang I always aim to be at the topmost level in everything I do.

figurative Her dreams reached the topmost heights of success.

Grammatical Forms of topmost

• past tense: topmosted
• plural: topmosts
• comparative: more topmost
• superlative: most topmost
• present tense: topmosts
• future tense: will topmost
• perfect tense: have topmosted
• continuous tense: is topmosting
• singular: topmost
• positive degree: topmost
• infinitive: to topmost
• gerund: topmosting
• participle: topmosted

Origin and Evolution of topmost

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'topmost' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'topp' meaning 'top' and the superlative suffix '-mest'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'topmost' has retained its original meaning of being the highest or uppermost position, and is commonly used in modern English to describe something at the highest point or level.