furthest

(fʉr′t̸hist)

adjective

Origin: ME, formed as superl. on analogy of further

adverb

See furthest in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective A superlative of far.

Most distant in degree, time, or space: That's the furthest thing from my mind. They explored the furthest reaches of space.

adverb A superlative of far.

To the greatest extent or degree: went the furthest of all the children in her education.
At or to the most distant point in space or time: He swam the furthest.

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Origin: Middle English

Origin: , from further, more distant; see further

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